Madrid, Iowa vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 21.2% more expensive than Madrid, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $60,624 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Madrid, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Madrid, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Dallas
than in Madrid, Iowa
Madrid, IA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Madrid, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.2% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  53.5% higher
  Health
  10.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher