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
$2,070
$1,760
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,691
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$76,054
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$320,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$5,075
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$160
👥 People living there
280,136
1,307,930
Commute to work
23.9 min
25.7 min
College degree
47.7%
38.2%
Own their home
65%
42.4%
Below poverty line
7.9%
16.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Dallas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $24,160 | -49% in Dallas |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $168,510 | +24% in Dallas |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $48,740 | -19% in Dallas |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | $122,520 | +18% in Dallas |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $64,370 | -18% in Dallas |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $38,530 | -15% in Dallas |
| Cashier | $34,920 | $29,910 | -14% in Dallas |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,950 | $38,510 | -14% in Dallas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Dallas cheaper to live in?
Chandler 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 Chandler?
About $59,869 a year gives the same standard of living in Dallas.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Dallas?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $76,054 in Dallas, 53% more in Chandler.