Palestine, TX vs Port Arthur, TX

Port Arthur is moderately more affordable than Palestine, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Palestine scores 77 compared to 70 for Port Arthur, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Palestine can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Palestine is $1,032/month compared to $996/month in Port Arthur — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Port Arthur is more affordable at $96,900 median vs $153,400.

Median household income in Palestine is $46,228 compared to $45,752 in Port Arthur (+1%). Palestine does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Palestine spend roughly 26.8% of their income on rent, more than the 26.1% in Port Arthur.

Climate-wise, Port Arthur is notably warmer with an average of 69.9°F compared to 65.6°F in Palestine. Port Arthur receives more rainfall at 62.1" per year compared to 46.8" in Palestine.