Alexandria, Virginia vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 38.4% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $35,102 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Columbus
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Alexandria, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.4% lower
      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
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  30.0% lower
  Health
  12.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.9% lower