Independence, Kentucky vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 8.4% more expensive than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $86,695 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Dallas
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Independence, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  12.3% higher
  Health
  9.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.8% higher