| | Lake Ridge, VA | Dale City, VA | United States |
| Overall | 125.8 | 125.8 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 108.9 | 108.1 | 100 |
| Health | 104.1 | 104.1 | 100 |
| Housing | 139.4 | 130.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $410,900 | $364,600 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,930.0% | 9,930.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 116.4 | 116.3 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 145.7 | 145.0 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Lake Ridge 
3 Reviews
The cost of living in this area is outright ridiculous. I can't wait to move. There is a lot of crime. There is a lot of traffic. The people drive like they are the More
The cost of living in Lake Ridge is quite high though not as high as the Washington DC area. Washington is about 30 miles from Lake Ridge and easily accessible by More
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Reviews for Dale City 2 Reviews
The area has a more moderate climate than in the mid-west. Not nearly as good as southern California or the West in general, however. There aren't too many days in the More
Not just Dale City, but the entire area of Northern Virginia is incredibly crowded. Traffic is a nightmare, affecting quality of life. Don't even want to travel in the More
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