Memphis, Tennessee vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 30.3% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $172,026 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Dallas
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Memphis, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.3% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  150.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  23.9% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher