Iowa City, Iowa vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 15.8% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $46,330 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Dallas
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Iowa City, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  70.9% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher