Comparing Dallas, Texas, and Baltimore, Maryland, entails considering several dimensions that influence life quality, lifestyle preferences, economic opportunities, and attractions for tourists. Both cities have their unique attributes in terms of crime and safety, weather patterns, cost of living, educational systems, work environment, and the overall economy. Their infrastructure, industries, employers, real estate markets, neighborhoods, taxes, cultural food, sports teams, geographical conditions, and healthcare systems are also notably different, affecting residents' living conditions and tourists' experiences.
Distance between
Dallas, TX and
Baltimore, MD : 1,209.7 miles
Dallas's population is larger by 124%. Its population has grown by 99,877 people (8.4%) since 2000. The population of Baltimore has decreased by 74,656 people (11.5%) during that time.
Dallas has moderate crime rates, with property crime being the main concern. The city has been implementing innovative approaches to increase safety, such as using citizen patrol groups. Conversely, Baltimore has one of the highest crime rates in the country. However, crime rates are concentrated more in certain districts and safety may vary across neighborhoods.
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
Sex Offenders
According to our data, there are 4,297 registered sex offenders living in Dallas and 1,558 registered sex offenders living in . The ratio of residents to sex offenders in Dallas is 307 to 1; the ratio in Baltimore is 395 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents is larger in Dallas than in Baltimore.
Cost of Living
Dallas has a lower cost of living compared to Baltimore, especially in categories like groceries, health care, and utilities. Housing, in particular, stands out, as Dallas's housing expenses are significantly lower than in Baltimore.
Income Tax
Texas, including Dallas, does not impose state income tax. Baltimore is subjected to a combined state and local income tax, which is among the nation's highest.
Property Tax
Property taxes in Dallas are higher than the national average. Baltimore also has high property taxes in comparison to the national average.
Sales Tax
The combined city and state sales tax in Dallas is 8.25%, one of the highest in the country. Baltimore’s rate is competitively lower at 6%.
Income
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Estimated median household income
$57,995
$54,652
Estimated per capita income
$38,479
$35,091
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
96.1
105.7
If you make $50,000 in Dallas, you will have to make $54,995 in Baltimore to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Dallas is characterized by its prairie, rolling plains, and lack of geographical diversity. Baltimore, by contrast, exhibits a coastal environment with waterfront views, harbor, and more geographical variance.
Both Dallas and Baltimore have a number of highly rated public and private schools. Dallas has a larger number of charter schools compared to Baltimore. However, Baltimore edges out with the proximity to top-tier universities such as Johns Hopkins University.
Dallas's economy is robust, with a high job growth rate, led by sectors such as technology, financial services, and defense. Alternatively, Baltimore’s economy is characterized by strength in health care and education, as well as port-related commerce.
Biggest Employers
Dallas hosts numerous Fortune 500 companies like AT&T, ExxonMobil, and Texas Instruments. Baltimore's biggest employers are Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins Health System, followed by government entities.
There were 2,245 building permits issued in Dallas in 2012 (1436 more than in 2011) compared to 191 building permits issued in Baltimore in 2012 (116 more than in 2011).
In Dallas (Dallas County), 57.3% voted for Democrats and 41.8% for Republicans in 2012 Presidential Election. In Baltimore (Baltimore city), 87.4% voted for Democrats and 11.1% for Republicans.
Elections
Type
Democrats
Republicans
Other
Year
Dallas
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
2020
65.1%
87.5%
33.4%
10.7%
1.4%
1.8%
2016
60.8%
84.8%
34.7%
10.5%
4.5%
4.6%
2012
57.3%
87.4%
41.8%
11.1%
1.0%
1.4%
2008
57.4%
87.6%
42.0%
11.7%
0.6%
0.6%
2004
49.0%
82.5%
50.4%
17.1%
0.5%
0.5%
2000
45.0%
82.9%
52.7%
14.2%
2.4%
2.9%
1996
46.0%
79.3%
46.8%
15.5%
7.2%
5.1%
Breakdown of population affiliated with a religious congregation
Type
Adherents
Congregations
Religion
Dallas
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
CATHOLIC CHURCH
18.9%
11.0%
2.4%
8.2%
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION
11.0%
1.4%
31.1%
7.3%
MUSLIM ESTIMATE
3.6%
0.6%
1.1%
1.5%
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
1.0%
1.6%
1.5%
4.0%
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
0.5%
0.5%
1.7%
1.5%
EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA
0.3%
1.0%
0.9%
4.3%
LUTHERAN CHURCH
0.3%
0.4%
0.7%
1.8%
AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES IN THE USA
0.1%
1.4%
0.2%
2.2%
Weather
Dallas has a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters - a warm climate throughout the year. Snowfall is rare. Baltimore, on the other hand, experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and chilly to cold winters with moderate snowfall, leading to more pronounced seasonal changes.
Weather and climate
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Temperature - Average
66.6°F
54.5°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
71.3%
70.4%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
34%
36%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
82%
84%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
48%
48%
Precipitation - Yearly average
37.3 in
42.9 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
4.2 in
39.6 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
22.8%
17.5%
Sunshine amount - Average
66.6%
60.3%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
20%
16%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
74%
63%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
54%
47%
Wind speed - Average
10.3 mph
7.9 mph
Average climate in Dallas, Texas
Average climate in Baltimore, Maryland
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PB
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Dallas
Baltimore
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
Dallas
Baltimore
2018
86
89
0.23
N/A
5.7
11.8
28.7
28.3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.7
7.9
0.4
0.1
2017
84
89
0.25
N/A
5.5
12.1
28.6
27.7
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.1
8.2
0.3
0.2
2016
81
102
0.26
N/A
6.1
13.0
27.2
28.3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.4
7.7
0.2
0.3
2015
85
89
0.28
N/A
6.5
12.4
26.7
28.3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.9
9.5
0.3
0.4
2014
83
82
0.25
N/A
6.3
11.8
27.6
25.7
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.9
10.9
0.3
0.6
2013
97
86
0.22
N/A
7.3
10.7
28.8
25.6
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
13.0
9.6
0.2
0.5
2012
116
98
0.24
N/A
8.6
11.3
31.0
25.0
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
12.0
11.2
0.3
0.5
2011
98
101
0.24
N/A
9.4
12.5
30.9
25.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
11.9
12.1
0.6
0.8
2010
79
110
0.24
N/A
9.4
13.1
28.3
26.9
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
12.2
0.7
1.0
2009
88
84
0.23
N/A
9.2
12.2
28.8
23.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
10.4
0.5
1.4
2008
88
96
0.25
N/A
9.8
13.6
29.2
21.6
0.121
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
12.8
0.5
1.8
2007
94
107
0.21
N/A
11.0
13.8
25.7
23.2
0.070
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
14.0
0.3
2.5
2006
107
112
N/A
N/A
10.8
12.0
30.6
24.6
0.106
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
14.7
0.7
N/A
2005
108
111
N/A
N/A
13.0
14.3
29.7
26.3
0.142
N/A
23.0
N/A
11.0
17.1
0.9
N/A
2004
96
108
N/A
N/A
12.3
15.3
26.0
28.0
0.099
N/A
23.1
N/A
N/A
16.3
0.8
N/A
2003
102
110
N/A
N/A
13.6
17.8
27.1
22.4
0.121
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
13.9
1.0
N/A
2002
100
119
N/A
N/A
14.0
17.4
25.2
19.4
0.080
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
16.3
0.4
5.8
2001
100
104
N/A
N/A
14.3
18.2
26.0
23.9
0.069
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.0
6.0
2000
109
101
N/A
N/A
14.5
17.0
27.0
22.4
0.092
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.1
6.3
Natural disasters
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
254.7%
117.8%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
567%
40.6%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
21%
0%
Transportation
Dallas has a developed public transportation system, including DART (bus and rail), but the city is very car-dependent. Baltimore has a comprehensive transit system, but it's also a walkable city with a high Walk Score, making it accessible for commuters and tourists alike.
Transport
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Amtrak stations
1
2
Amtrak stations nearby
1
2
FAA registered aircraft
2
136
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
56
2
Means of transportation to work
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Bicycle
0.3%
0.4%
Bus
1.4%
6.2%
Carpooled
10.9%
7.3%
Car alone
83.9%
77.2%
Railroad
0.2%
0.3%
Streetcar
0.1%
1.2%
Subway
0.2%
0.2%
Taxicab
0.1%
0.7%
Walked
1.6%
4.5%
Average travel time to work
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Average
31.5 min
32.3 min
Other means
26.5 min
26.3 min
Public transportation
46 min
46.8 min
Private vehicle occupancy
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Average
1.2
1.1
Drove alone
86.8%
90.7%
In 2 person carpool
9%
7.5%
In 3 person carpool
2.6%
1%
In 4 person carpool
0.9%
0.4%
In 5-6 person carpool
0.5%
0.3%
In 7+ person carpool
0.2%
0.2%
How many people usually rode to work in the car, truck or van.
Real Estate
Dallas real estate market is relatively affordable with a median home cost below the US average. While in Baltimore, the real estate market is a tale of two cities — high-end and extremely affordable housing coexist.
Neighborhoods
Both Dallas and Baltimore are diverse in terms of neighborhoods. Dallas neighborhoods range from the upscale Uptown and trendy Deep Ellum to the family-friendly Lake Highlands. Baltimore's neighborhoods, like the waterfront jewel Inner Harbor or the historic Mount Vernon, offer varied urban lifestyles.
Houses and residents
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Houses
591,773
293,487
Average household size (people)
2.6
2.4
Median year apartment built
1987
1959
Median year house/condo built
1969
1944
Length of stay in the house since moving in
13.9 years
15.7 years
Houses occupied
536,008 (90.6%)
254,370 (86.7%)
Houses occupied by owners
229,518 (42.8%)
123,249 (48.5%)
Houses occupied by renters
306,490 (57.2%)
131,121 (51.5%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$1,403
$1,254
Median monthly housing costs
$1,225
$1,196
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$574,934
$207,303
Estimated median house or condo value
$267,600
$193,100
Median numbers of rooms
4.6
5.6
Median number of rooms in apartments
3.7
4.2
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
6.1
6.5
Median house price - detached houses
$410,272
$321,473
Median house price - in 2-unit structures
$255,160
$218,934
Median house price - in 3-to-4-unit structures
$230,927
$142,945
Median house price - in 5 or more unit structures
$444,589
$257,173
Median house price - mobile homes
$91,039
$269,877
Median house price - Townhouses or other attached units
$350,045
$210,096
Median house price - All housing units
$402,215
$246,241
Median house age
40
72
Renting percentage
55.9%
52.3%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
1,727.6
3,632.1
House value disparities
41.3%
38.5%
Household income disparities
48.2%
49.4%
Median household income for houses/condes with a mortgage
$103,798
$85,990
Median household income for apartments without a mortgage
$61,909
$53,334
Housing units without a mortgage
1,309 (1%)
2,415 (2.8%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
3,320 (2.6%)
5,740 (6.6%)
Housing units with a mortgage
124,846 (99%)
84,578 (97.2%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
204 (0.2%)
579 (0.7%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
5,351 (4.2%)
8,544 (9.8%)
House/condo owner moved in on average (years ago)
12
14
House/condo renter moved in on average (years ago)
1
3
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
1.2%
6%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
0.9%
5.1%
Housing units in structures
Housing units in structures
Dallas
Baltimore
One, detached
41.8%
16.4%
One, attached
4.3%
49.5%
Two
1.5%
4.5%
3 or 4
4.9%
4.9%
5 to 9
7.9%
5.5%
10 to 19
12.1%
4.8%
20 to 49
8.1%
2.8%
50 or more
18.4%
11.4%
Mobile homes
1.0%
0.2%
Boats, RVs, vans, etc.
0.0%
0.1%
Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
43,703
12,671
State government workers
17,325
20,410
Unpaid family workers
754
356
Industries and Occupations
Dallas is home to various industries including technology, finance, defense, and oil. Baltimore, being a significant seaport, focuses on industries like shipping, trade, transportation, education, and healthcare.
Dallas offers quality healthcare with renowned hospitals like UT Southwestern Medical Centre. Baltimore houses internationally recognized Johns Hopkins Hospital, offering top-notch medical services.
Health (county statistics)
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
General health status score of residents in this county from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent)
Dallas, as a major metropolitan area, has solid infrastructure, with an international airport and extensive freeway system. Baltimore's key infrastructure components include the Port of Baltimore, public transportation, and a smaller airport.
Infrastructure
Type
Dallas
Baltimore
Hospitals
74
45
TV stations
25
19
Arenas or stadiums
2
3
Bank branches located here
394
215
Bank institutions located here
80
44
Main business address for public companies
122
27
Drinking water stations with no reported violations in the past
8
13
Drinking water stations with reported violations in the past
HMDA - Conventional home purchase loans - Applications denied
Year
Dallas
Baltimore
1999
5,030
2,486
2000
3,390
2,058
2001
2,626
1,371
2002
2,657
1,111
2003
3,617
1,526
2004
5,460
2,929
2005
7,445
4,981
2006
7,397
5,533
2007
5,056
3,592
2008
2,200
1,111
2009
1,121
381
Culture and Food
Both cities have rich cultural histories. Dallas is known for its BBQ, Tex-Mex, and cowboy culture, while Baltimore is famous for its seafood, especially crabs, and urban culture shaped by its coastal heritage.
Sports Teams
Dallas boasts popular sports teams like the Dallas Cowboys (NFL), Dallas Mavericks (NBA), and Texas Rangers (MLB). Baltimore also houses famous teams, including the Baltimore Ravens (NFL) and Baltimore Orioles (MLB).
Dallas, TX
Baltimore, MD
Dallas, TX and 
Baltimore, MD : 1,209.7 miles
