Alexandria, Virginia vs. Lancaster, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lancaster, New York is 37.1% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $47,149 in Lancaster, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lancaster, New York is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Lancaster
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Lancaster, NY
Compared to Alexandria, Lancaster 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
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  25.2% lower
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower