Alexandria, Virginia vs. Fresno, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fresno, California is 26.4% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $110,442 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Fresno
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Alexandria, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% 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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% higher
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  8.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower