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BOSTON vs. DALLAS
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Dallas, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is
34.2%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$28,312
in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Dallas
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Boston, Dallas is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
64.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.4% lower
Commute
11.2% lower
Health
9.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.5% lower
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