Dallas, Texas vs. Royal Oak, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Oak, Michigan is 0.6% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $50,297 in Royal Oak, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Oak, Michigan is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
23% more expensive in Royal Oak
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Royal Oak, MI
Compared to Dallas, Royal Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% lower
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  18.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher