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ALEXANDRIA vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Alexandria, Virginia vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
73.9%
more expensive
than Alexandria, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$60,870
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Alexandria, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
73.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
154.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.2% higher
Commute
22.8% higher
Health
13.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.4% higher
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