United States
Cost of Living in Dallas, TX
Monthly Total
$3,549
$62,108
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,688
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$62
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,688
$29,540
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$269
$4,708
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$216
$3,780
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$332
$5,810
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$360
$6,300
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$84
$1,470
Monthly Total
$3,549
$62,108
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