Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
10% cheaper
Dallas is 10% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $67,174 in Dallas.
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. Dallas has a housing index of 104 while Eugene sits at 130 (national average = 100). The median home in Dallas costs $310,000 compared to $380,000 in Eugene, a difference of $70,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Dallas versus $1,400 in Eugene.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Dallas scores 97 while Eugene scores 103. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Dallas (100) are lower than Eugene (106). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Dallas is $54,747 compared to $49,448 in Eugene. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Dallas.
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