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DALLAS vs. LAKE FOREST
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Dallas, Texas vs. Lake Forest, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
63.3%
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$97,960
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
217% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Dallas, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
234.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.6% higher
Commute
4.7% lower
Health
4.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.1% lower
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