Cost of Living in Lake Dallas, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.2
100 = national avg
+28.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,388
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,282
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing159.9
Food106.7
Transportation113.5
Healthcare105.4
Utilities116.0
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 Lake Dallas is 128.2, which is 28.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,388 per year to cover basic expenses.