Chicago vs Dallas

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

Chicago

United States

112cost index

Chicago is 12% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
Dallas

United States

109cost index

Dallas is 9% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

2.8%

Chicago is 2.8% pricier than Dallas

Salary Equivalent

1.03x

$1,000 in Dallas = $1028 in Chicago