Clive, Iowa vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 5.3% more expensive than Clive, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $97,946 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Clive, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Clive, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
62% more expensive in Dallas
than in Clive, Iowa
Clive, IA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Clive, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% higher
  Commute
  62.4% higher
  Health
  4.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% higher