Moving from Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA
Straight-line distance: 716 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $1,139 – $1,796 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $2,802 – $4,368 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $4,824 – $7,486 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Atlanta compares to Dallas
Dallas's typical home is worth $270,700, 32% lower than the typical home in Atlanta at $395,600.
Median household income is $63,985 in Dallas versus $77,655 in Atlanta.
Renters pay a median $1,305 in Dallas versus $1,512 in Atlanta.
Between the two, Dallas carries the higher-rated hazard risk — FEMA puts it at Very High, versus Relatively High for Atlanta.
Housing is cheaper across the board in Dallas, TX compared with Atlanta, GA: lower home values, lower rent. Other cost-of-living factors aren't reflected here.
| Metric | Dallas, TX | Atlanta, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,300,642 | 494,838 |
| Median home value | $270,700 | $395,600 |
| Median household income | $63,985 | $77,655 |
| Median gross rent | $1,305 | $1,512 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.