salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,760
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$76,054
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$320,700
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,075
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$160
$176
👥 People living there
1,307,930
290,594
Commute to work
25.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
38.2%
60.5%
Own their home
42.4%
56.9%
Below poverty line
16.7%
6.8%
Unemployment
4.9%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Dallas | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $101,420 | 0% in Plano |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,980 | $130,980 | 0% in Plano |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $64,370 | 0% in Plano |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $38,530 | 0% in Plano |
| Medical Assistant | $43,100 | $43,100 | 0% in Plano |
| Pharmacist | $138,170 | $138,170 | 0% in Plano |
| Physician Assistant | $134,900 | $134,900 | 0% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $101,870 | 0% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas or Plano cheaper to live in?
Dallas and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Dallas?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Dallas or Plano?
The typical household earns $76,054 in Dallas and $121,065 in Plano, 37% more in Plano.