South Padre Island, Texas vs. Destin, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Destin, Florida is 30.8% more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas.

You would need a salary of $65,422 in Destin, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in South Padre Island, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Destin, Florida is more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Destin
than in South Padre Island, Texas
South Padre Island, TX vs. Destin, FL
Compared to South Padre Island, Destin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.2% higher
  Commute
  9.4% higher
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  31.8% higher