Cost of Living in Dallas, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.3
100 = national avg
+20.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,925
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,094
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing125.5
Food112.2
Transportation124.4
Healthcare109.8
Utilities112.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,028
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,252
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dallas is 120.3, which is 20.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,925 per year to cover basic expenses.