Dallas, Pennsylvania vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 14.2% more expensive than Dallas, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $57,117 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Dallas, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Houston
than in Dallas, Pennsylvania
Dallas, PA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Dallas, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  33.4% higher
  Health
  0.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher