Dallas is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,760
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$76,054
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$320,700
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,075
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$160
$157
👥 People living there
1,307,930
209,978
Commute to work
25.7 min
35.6 min
College degree
38.2%
35.7%
Own their home
42.4%
46.2%
Below poverty line
16.7%
13.8%
Unemployment
4.9%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Dallas is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,760 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Dallas?
About $62,812 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Dallas or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $76,054 in Dallas and $90,108 in Yonkers, 16% more in Yonkers.