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DALLAS vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Dallas, Texas vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
5.4%
cheaper
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$35,458
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Houston
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Dallas, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
13.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.5% lower
Commute
1.6% higher
Health
3.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% lower
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