Chicago vs Dallas: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Dallas is about 6% cheaper overall. Here is how Chicago and Dallas compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Chicago cost-of-living index: 107 vs 100
- Dallas cost-of-living index: 101 vs 100
- Chicago median 2BR rent: $2,200/mo
- Dallas median 2BR rent: $1,800/mo
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