Poughkeepsie, New York vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 1.5% cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York.

You would need a salary of $39,415 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in Dallas
than in Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie, NY vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Poughkeepsie, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% lower
      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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.6% lower
  Commute
  9.4% higher
  Health
  22.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower