Arlington, Virginia vs. Middletown, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Middletown, Delaware is 25.3% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $37,345 in Middletown, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Middletown, Delaware is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Middletown
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Middletown, DE
Compared to Arlington, Middletown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.3% 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
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  5.6% lower
  Health
  11.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower