Alexandria, Virginia vs. Lewes, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lewes, Delaware is 16.6% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $166,785 in Lewes, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lewes, Delaware is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Lewes
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Lewes, DE
Compared to Alexandria, Lewes is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.6% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower