This is the month when the city feels a little more breathable—easier parking, fewer crowds, and just enough chill in the air to make a night out feel intentional. The kind of January where you grab a cafecito, put on a real coat, and remember: DFW is a cultural capital when it wants to be.

Housing, groceries, transportation, and childcare now account for the bulk of household expenses in Dallas–Fort Worth. This article breaks down what it really costs to live in the Metroplex in 2026 — and why so many working families feel financially stuck despite steady income.

AT&T confirmed it will move its global headquarters from downtown Dallas to a new 54-acre campus in Plano, with partial occupancy expected by late 2028.

If your grocery bill has been creeping up in Dallas–Fort Worth, you’re not imagining it. Prices have shifted—and many families are adjusting week by week.

That’s why we created a DFW Family Grocery Guide designed for healthy eating on a budget, built around affordable staples you can find at H-E-B, ALDI, Fiesta Mart, Walmart, and El Rancho.