Dallas, Texas vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 5.2% cheaper than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $85,277 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Dallas, Texas
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
20% cheaper in Tucson
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Dallas, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% lower
      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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  17.5% lower
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower