salaryDallas is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,760
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$76,054
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$320,700
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,075
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$160
$96
👥 People living there
1,307,930
681,294
Commute to work
25.7 min
30 min
College degree
38.2%
64.2%
Own their home
42.4%
41.5%
Below poverty line
16.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Dallas | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $46,040 | +91% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $156,460 | +41% in Washington |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $75,930 | +29% in Washington |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $60,800 | +25% in Washington |
| Accountant | $82,620 | $102,140 | +24% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $79,470 | +22% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $71,920 | +21% in Washington |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $45,730 | +19% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas or Washington cheaper to live in?
Dallas is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,760 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Dallas?
About $63,372 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Dallas or Washington?
The typical household earns $76,054 in Dallas and $118,495 in Washington, 36% more in Washington.