Amherst, New York vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 12.2% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $56,111 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
25% more expensive in Dallas
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Amherst, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  25.4% higher
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% higher