Phoenix, Arizona vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 7.1% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $311,919 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Dallas
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Phoenix, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  0.7% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher