Cost of Living in Dallas
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Dallas, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Dallas is below the New York City baseline (composite index 68 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)50
Groceries index82
Dining out index76
Transport index52
Utilities index78
Median annual salary$64,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate0.00%
Est. monthly childcare$1,150
Est. monthly healthcare premium$460
YoY inflation3.0%
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