Annapolis, Maryland vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 14.8% more expensive than Annapolis, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $48,221 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Annapolis, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Annapolis, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Annapolis, Maryland
Annapolis, MD vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Annapolis, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% higher
      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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  35.2% higher
  Health
  22.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher