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AUSTIN vs. DALLAS
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Austin, Texas vs. Dallas, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is
21.9%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$663,341
in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Dallas
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Austin, Dallas is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
41.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% higher
Commute
6.6% higher
Health
3.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.8% higher
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