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WASHINGTON vs. DALLAS
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Dallas, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is
32.9%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$187,760
in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Dallas
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Washington, Dallas is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.7% lower
Commute
13.5% lower
Health
2.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.5% lower
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