Alexandria, Virginia vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 37.1% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $35,205 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Hickory
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Alexandria, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.1% 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
  15.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  38.0% lower
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower