Cost of Living in South Padre Island, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
138.0
100 = national avg
+38.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,729
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,542
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing209.8
Food97.1
Transportation94.1
Healthcare97.7
Utilities120.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$866
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,047
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Padre Island is 138.0, which is 38.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,729 per year to cover basic expenses.