Plano, Texas vs. Richardson, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richardson, Texas is 2.4% more expensive than Plano, Texas.

You would need a salary of $184,290 in Richardson, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Plano, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richardson, Texas is more expensive than Plano, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in Richardson
than in Plano, Texas
Plano, TX vs. Richardson, TX
Compared to Plano, Richardson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  27.5% higher
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% higher