Salary Breakdown for Dallas

The median individual income in Dallas is $35,939 per year, which works out to approximately $2,995/month or $17.28/hour for full-time workers. The median household income is $61,080.

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

Dallas's cost of living index is 102 (national average = 100). The median salary of $35,939 in Dallas has the purchasing power of approximately $35,234 at the national average cost of living. Dallas is roughly in line with the national average, making it a balanced option for salary vs expenses.

Top Employers in Dallas

  • AT&T
  • Texas Instruments
  • Baylor Scott & White

Major Industries in Dallas

  • Technology
  • Finance
  • Telecommunications

How Dallas Compares to Texas

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Cost of Living in Dallas

See a detailed breakdown of housing, groceries, utilities, and more on our cost of living in Dallas page.

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