Dallas, Texas vs. Alabama, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alabama, New York is 21.5% cheaper than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $39,257 in Alabama, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alabama, New York is cheaper than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Alabama
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Alabama, NY
Compared to Dallas, Alabama is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  7.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower