Minneapolis, Minnesota vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 3.8% cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $91,381 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Dallas
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Minneapolis, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  7.9% higher
  Health
  29.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower