Manhattan, New York vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 54.4% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $228,071 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Dallas
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Manhattan, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.4% lower
      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
  17.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.5% lower
  Commute
  27.3% lower
  Health
  21.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.6% lower