Alexandria, Virginia vs. Paterson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paterson, New Jersey is 16.2% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $41,910 in Paterson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paterson, New Jersey is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Paterson
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Paterson, NJ
Compared to Alexandria, Paterson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.6% higher
  Commute
  5.7% higher
  Health
  0.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower