Alexandria, Virginia vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 31.8% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $61,390 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Tucson
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Alexandria, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  25.0% lower
  Health
  16.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower