Arlington, Virginia vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 37.5% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $73,125 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Dallas
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Arlington, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower