Arlington, Virginia vs. Dothan, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dothan, Alabama is 50.7% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $24,629 in Dothan, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dothan, Alabama is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Dothan
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Dothan, AL
Compared to Arlington, Dothan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.7% 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
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  35.4% lower
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.4% lower