Dakota City, Iowa vs. Plano, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plano, Texas is 51.1% more expensive than Dakota City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $113,331 in Plano, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dakota City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plano, Texas is more expensive than Dakota City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
313% more expensive in Plano
than in Dakota City, Iowa
Dakota City, IA vs. Plano, TX
Compared to Dakota City, Plano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.1% 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
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  290.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% higher
  Commute
  32.3% higher
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower