Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
13% cheaper
Dallas is 13% more affordable than Manchester. A $75,000 salary in Manchester is equivalent to $65,466 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 Manchester sits at 140 (national average = 100). The median home in Dallas costs $310,000 compared to $350,000 in Manchester, a difference of $40,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Dallas versus $1,600 in Manchester.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Dallas scores 97 while Manchester scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Dallas (100) are lower than Manchester (112).
Median household income in Dallas is $54,747 compared to $65,018 in Manchester. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Dallas.
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