Waco, Texas vs. Dayton, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dayton, Texas is 18.1% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $59,062 in Dayton, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dayton, Texas is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Dayton
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Dayton, TX
Compared to Waco, Dayton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  62.5% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower