Phoenix vs Dallas: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Dallas is about 1% cheaper overall. Here is how Phoenix and Dallas compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Phoenix cost-of-living index: 102 vs 100
- Dallas cost-of-living index: 101 vs 100
- Phoenix median 2BR rent: $1,900/mo
- Dallas median 2BR rent: $1,800/mo
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