Alexandria, Virginia vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 15.2% more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $57,591 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Arlington
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Alexandria, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  4.9% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher