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Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Dallas, Texas

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 21.9% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $663,294 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Dallas
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs Dallas, TX
Compared to Austin, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
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  21.9% lower
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  Food
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.8% lower
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  Utilities
  0.9% higher
  Commute
  6.6% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
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  Personal
  4.8% higher
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