Ever consider a contract job in Dallas, TX? The Dallas/Fort Worth area in Texas is the largest metropolitan area in the state (by population), and with its massive variety of sporting venues, nightclubs, and nature preserves, it's quickly made a name for itself as one of the best places to live in the entire United States.
Dallas trots along the US average for almost every cost of living metric. Housing is a touch over the national average, but deals can be found for as low as $650 for a studio apartment. The other living costs (such as utilities, average food prices, and local insurance/tax burdens) are all right around the national average, and apart from a rare cold winter night, you never need to worry about an exorbitant heating bill.
The Dallas/Fort Worth area is chock full of every kind of restaurant imaginable. From sports bars to tex-mex, there's something for everyone. Eagles Nest Sports Grill and the Tumbleweeds Sports Bar are both great choices if you're looking to grab a burger and watch your favorite team - if you're looking for a more Irish style grill, we recommend McFly's Pub. It would be irresponsible to talk about Dallas/Fort Worth food (or Texas food in general) without talking about Tex-Mex. After all, Dallas is home to some of the most authentic, delicious Mexican food in the country. Meso Maya Comida y Copas (Meso Maya) and Uncle Julio's (https://unclejulios.com/locations/fort-worth/) are some of the most iconic restaurants in the state, and offer great tasting food at a great price.
With hundreds of hotels in the city limits, it's hard to narrow things down. That said, there are great options in every corner of the city. Some of the top choices amongst our contractors are the Motel 6 and the In Town Suites. If you're travelling by RV, there are a number of great choices. The Dallas Hi Ho RV Park doesn't publish rates for anything longer than a week, but for extended stays, they're known to be very reasonable and accommodating. That said, there are a ton of RV choices around the city, so it's worth calling around to find the best rates/amenities for your stay.