Arlington, Virginia vs. Springfield, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Virginia is 11.6% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $44,183 in Springfield, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Virginia is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Springfield
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Springfield, VA
Compared to Arlington, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher