Fort Thomas, Kentucky vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 3.8% more expensive than Fort Thomas, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $77,852 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Thomas, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Fort Thomas, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
28% more expensive in Dallas
than in Fort Thomas, Kentucky
Fort Thomas, KY vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Fort Thomas, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  28.8% higher
  Health
  8.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher