Dallas, Texas vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 6.5% cheaper than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $65,426 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Dallas, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
28% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Dallas, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.5% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  28.8% lower
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower