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DETROIT vs. DALLAS
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Dallas, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is
13.9%
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$17,080
in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
312% more expensive in Dallas
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Detroit, Dallas is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.9% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
300.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.5% higher
Commute
34.3% lower
Health
19.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.6% higher
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