Arlington, Virginia vs. Alabama, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alabama, New York is 50.9% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $24,536 in Alabama, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alabama, New York is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Alabama
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Alabama, NY
Compared to Arlington, Alabama is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.9% 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
  15.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  34.3% lower
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% lower