salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,651
$1,760
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,691
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$76,054
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$320,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$5,075
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$160
👥 People living there
288,976
1,307,930
Commute to work
18.8 min
25.7 min
College degree
38.7%
38.2%
Own their home
63.9%
42.4%
Below poverty line
8.9%
16.7%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Dallas for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Dallas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $93,600 | $61,250 | -35% in Dallas |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $48,740 | -33% in Dallas |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $59,560 | -30% in Dallas |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $59,010 | -28% in Dallas |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $133,290 | +28% in Dallas |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $101,870 | -23% in Dallas |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $82,330 | $64,370 | -22% in Dallas |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,260 | $122,520 | +21% in Dallas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Dallas cheaper to live in?
Anchorage and Dallas cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Dallas to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $58,674 a year gives the same standard of living in Dallas.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Dallas?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $76,054 in Dallas, 46% more in Anchorage.