Dallas, Texas
In Dallas, Texas, a gallon of regular gas costs $3.62 as of 2026-03-23 — $0.17 above the national average of $3.45. The average monthly rent for all unit types is $1,650, compared to the national average of $1,900. Grocery inflation is running at 2.58% year-over-year. Since 2022, bread prices have increased significantly while egg prices have been volatile due to avian flu outbreaks. Dallas's cost-of-living index of 104 puts it above the national average of 100.
Key Numbers
Gas (Regular)
$3.62
National: $3.45
Avg Rent (All)
$1,650
National: $1,900
Grocery Inflation
2.58%
Year-over-year
Fast Food Avg
$13.00
Combo meal
Electricity
14.2¢/kWh
~$128/mo avg bill
Car Insurance
$240/mo
$2,880/yr state avg
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Grocery Prices
Grocery Item Prices — 2022 to Present
| Item | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular GasolineState average per gallon | — | — | — | — | — | +1200.0% |
| Eggs (dozen)USDA national avg | — | — | — | — | — | +2960.0% |
| Milk (gallon)Whole milk | — | — | — | — | — | +630.0% |
| Bread (loaf)White sandwich bread | — | — | — | — | — | +1900.0% |
| Ground Beef (lb)80/20 blend | — | — | — | — | — | +4800.0% |
| Chicken Breast (lb)Boneless skinless | — | — | — | — | — | +2630.0% |
Dining & Restaurants
Fast Food Meal
$13.00
Casual Dining
$18.92
Monthly Spend
$378.35
+6.21% YoYChain Restaurant Meal Prices — 2022 vs. Today
Combo meal / typical order for one
McDonald's Big Mac
2022: $5.15
$6.28
+21.9%Chipotle Burrito Bowl
2022: $9.25
$12.31
+33.1%Starbucks Latte
2022: $5.45
$7.05
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