Dallas, Texas vs. Athens, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Tennessee is 24.2% cheaper than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $37,921 in Athens, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Tennessee is cheaper than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Athens
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Athens, TN
Compared to Dallas, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  42.6% lower
  Health
  0.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% lower

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