Dallas, WI vs Rio, WI

Dallas is moderately more affordable than Rio, with a 11.5% lower cost of living index. Dallas scores 64 compared to 72 for Rio, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rio can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dallas is $688/month compared to $789/month in Rio — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dallas is more affordable at $119,300 median vs $174,800.

Median household income in Dallas is $51,500 compared to $68,304 in Rio (-24.6%). While Rio is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dallas spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Rio.