Moving to Dallas, TX

Thinking about moving to Dallas, TX? Here's the practical picture: the cost of living runs at an index of 101 (100 is the national average), a typical two-bedroom rents for about $1,750/month, summers average 77°F, and Texas has no state income tax. Below: cost of living, climate, utilities, the best time to move, and popular routes into Dallas.

Cost of living
101
Typical 2BR rent
$1,750/mo
Avg summer high
77°F
Avg winter low
58°F

Cost of living in Dallas

Dallas's cost-of-living index is 101 against a national baseline of 100, and a two-bedroom rental averages roughly $1,750 per month. Texas levies a top income tax rate of 0% and an average combined sales tax of 8.2%. Build your first-year budget around these figures, not just the cost of the move.

Climate and best time to move

Expect average summer highs near 77°F, winter lows around 58°F, and about 39.1 inches of precipitation a year in Dallas. Late September through April — outside the May-September peak season, when van-line capacity is tighter and rates run roughly 15-18% higher. Weather is moderate most of the year; any off-peak month works well.

Setting up utilities in Dallas

Line up your utilities before move day. In the Dallas–Fort Worth area that typically means Oncor, Atmos Energy, Dallas Water Utilities. Schedule electricity and gas to turn on the day before you arrive so you never walk into a dark home.

Popular routes to Dallas

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dallas expensive to live in?
Dallas has a cost-of-living index of 101 (100 = US average), with typical 2BR rent around $1,750/month.
What's the weather like in Dallas?
Summer highs average 77°F, winter lows about 58°F, with roughly 39.1 inches of annual precipitation.
When is the best time to move to Dallas?
Late September through April — outside the May-September peak season, when van-line capacity is tighter and rates run roughly 15-18% higher.

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Sources

  • MERIC / BestPlaces metro cost index, 2025 — retrieved 2026-01-15
  • Zillow Observed Rent Index (metro), 2025 — retrieved 2026-01-15
  • NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals — retrieved 2026-01-15
  • Tax Foundation, 2025 State Tax Data — retrieved 2026-01-15