Alexandria, Virginia vs. Valparaiso, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valparaiso, Indiana is 28.2% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $53,885 in Valparaiso, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valparaiso, Indiana is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Valparaiso
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Valparaiso, IN
Compared to Alexandria, Valparaiso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.2% 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
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  13.4% lower
  Health
  11.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower