Houghton, Michigan vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 17.6% more expensive than Houghton, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $58,789 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Houghton, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Dallas
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Houghton, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% lower
  Commute
  50.1% higher
  Health
  18.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% higher