West Lafayette, Indiana vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 11.7% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $55,863 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
66% more expensive in Dallas
than in West Lafayette, Indiana
West Lafayette, IN vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to West Lafayette, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% lower
  Commute
  66.1% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% higher