Cost of Living in Dallas, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.7
100 = national avg
+24.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,889
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$129,738
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.3
Food101.8
Transportation101.7
Healthcare101.4
Utilities113.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,648
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,931
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dallas is 124.7, which is 24.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,889 per year to cover basic expenses.