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Dallas and Houston have similar costs overall.
| Dallas | Houston | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $2,238.08 CAD | $2,098.20 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,818.44 CAD | $1,748.50 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 99 | 98 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $134.28 CAD | $125.89 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $223.81 CAD | $237.80 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.09 CAD | $1.09 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $30.77 CAD | $30.77 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $58.75 CAD | $55.95 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $1,748.50 CAD | $1,678.56 CAD |
Each city is shown in your selected currency (toggle CAD/USD in the header); cheaper values are highlighted after converting to a common currency. Updated June 2026.
Salary Equivalence Calculator
If you earn $in Dallas...
You would need $58,675 in Houston to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas cheaper than Houston?
Dallas and Houston have similar costs overall.
How much is rent in Dallas vs Houston?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,600 USD per month in Dallas and $1,500 USD in Houston. Outside the centre, it is $1,300 USD in Dallas and $1,250 USD in Houston.
What salary do I need to move from Dallas to Houston?
On average, you need about 98% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Dallas is roughly equivalent to $58,675 in Houston.