Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Plano is 8% more affordable than Burlington. A $75,000 salary in Burlington is equivalent to $69,280 in Plano.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Burlington has a housing index of 139 while Plano sits at 123 (national average = 100). The median home in Burlington costs $380,000 compared to $400,000 in Plano, a difference of $20,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,800 in Burlington versus $1,700 in Plano.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Burlington scores 108 while Plano scores 98.
Healthcare costs in Burlington (116) are higher than Plano (100).
Median household income in Burlington is $51,098 compared to $96,348 in Plano. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Plano.
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