Tampa, Florida vs. South Padre Island, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Padre Island, Texas is 10.9% cheaper than Tampa, Florida.

You would need a salary of $66,827 in South Padre Island, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Tampa, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Padre Island, Texas is cheaper than Tampa, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in South Padre Island
than in Tampa, Florida
Tampa, FL vs. South Padre Island, TX
Compared to Tampa, South Padre Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% 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
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  23.9% lower
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.9% lower