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
$1,983
$1,760
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,691
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$76,054
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$320,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$5,075
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$160
👥 People living there
2,711,226
1,307,930
Commute to work
33.1 min
25.7 min
College degree
44.3%
38.2%
Own their home
46%
42.4%
Below poverty line
16.8%
16.7%
Unemployment
8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Dallas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $102,350 | $59,010 | -42% in Dallas |
| Plumber | $103,380 | $61,250 | -41% in Dallas |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $48,740 | -39% in Dallas |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $59,560 | -24% in Dallas |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $24,160 | -23% in Dallas |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $64,900 | -22% in Dallas |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,490 | $122,520 | +18% in Dallas |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,940 | $38,530 | -18% in Dallas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Dallas cheaper to live in?
Chicago 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 Chicago?
About $59,708 a year gives the same standard of living in Dallas.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Dallas?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $76,054 in Dallas, 10% more in Chicago.