Cost of Living in Dallas County, TX

What does it cost to live in Dallas County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$70,732

Median Rent

$1,374/mo

Median Home

$252,200

Affordability

342

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,275
Property Tax$364
Insurance$84

Total Monthly$1,723
% of Income29.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,374
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,399
% of Income23.3%

Living in Dallas County, Texas

Dallas County has a median household income of $70,732 with housing costs that represent 29.2% of income for owners and 23.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.