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DES MOINES vs. DALLAS
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Des Moines, Washington vs. Dallas, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is
23.5%
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$26,780
in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Dallas
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Des Moines, Dallas is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
43.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
39.7% higher
Commute
18.1% lower
Health
11.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.0% lower
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