Melbourne, Florida vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 7.0% more expensive than Melbourne, Florida.

You would need a salary of $80,244 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Melbourne, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Melbourne, Florida
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% more expensive in Dallas
than in Melbourne, Florida
Melbourne, FL vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Melbourne, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  40.4% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher