Alexandria, Virginia vs. Madison, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Alabama is 29.8% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $235,192 in Madison, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Alabama is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Madison
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Madison, AL
Compared to Alexandria, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  21.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower