San Luis Obispo, California vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 34.7% cheaper than San Luis Obispo, California.

You would need a salary of $45,701 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Luis Obispo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than San Luis Obispo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Dallas
than in San Luis Obispo, California
San Luis Obispo, CA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to San Luis Obispo, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% 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
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  39.7% higher
  Health
  9.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher