Alexandria, Virginia vs. Hartford, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hartford, Connecticut is 33.5% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $33,250 in Hartford, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hartford, Connecticut is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Hartford
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Hartford, CT
Compared to Alexandria, Hartford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.5% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.3% higher
  Commute
  12.7% lower
  Health
  12.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher