Dallas, Texas vs. Surprise, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Surprise, Arizona is 6.5% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $31,960 in Surprise, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surprise, Arizona is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Surprise
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Surprise, AZ
Compared to Dallas, Surprise is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.5% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  10.8% lower
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower