salaryDallas is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Dallas to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,566
$1,760
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$1,691
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$76,054
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$320,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$5,075
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$160
👥 People living there
344,521
1,307,930
Commute to work
27.4 min
25.7 min
College degree
29.7%
38.2%
Own their home
46.2%
42.4%
Below poverty line
12.4%
16.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Dallas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $65,070 | -36% in Dallas |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $48,740 | -36% in Dallas |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $64,900 | -34% in Dallas |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $24,160 | -33% in Dallas |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $101,420 | -25% in Dallas |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $92,910 | -24% in Dallas |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $59,010 | -20% in Dallas |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $59,560 | -19% in Dallas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Dallas cheaper to live in?
Dallas is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,760 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Dallas to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $54,465 a year gives the same standard of living in Dallas.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Dallas?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $76,054 in Dallas, 35% more in Anaheim.