Springfield, Missouri vs. Port Arthur, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Port Arthur, Texas is 11.6% cheaper than Springfield, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $31,819 in Port Arthur, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Port Arthur, Texas is cheaper than Springfield, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Port Arthur
than in Springfield, Missouri
Springfield, MO vs. Port Arthur, TX
Compared to Springfield, Port Arthur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% lower
      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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  8.4% higher
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher