Alexandria, Virginia vs. Pella, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pella, Iowa is 40.4% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $109,341 in Pella, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pella, Iowa is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Pella
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Pella, IA
Compared to Alexandria, Pella is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.4% 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
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  57.3% lower
  Health
  7.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.2% lower