Alexandria, Virginia vs. New Castle, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Castle, Delaware is 31.2% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $44,708 in New Castle, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Castle, Delaware is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in New Castle
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. New Castle, DE
Compared to Alexandria, New Castle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  23.2% lower
  Health
  10.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower