Alexandria, Virginia vs. Yakima, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Yakima, Washington is 33.8% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $66,215 in Yakima, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Yakima, Washington is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Yakima
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Yakima, WA
Compared to Alexandria, Yakima is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.8% 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
  12.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.1% lower
  Commute
  34.3% lower
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower