Arlington, Washington vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 18.7% cheaper than Arlington, Washington.

You would need a salary of $81,255 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Arlington, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Dallas
than in Arlington, Washington
Arlington, WA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Arlington, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.6% higher
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  13.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher