Arlington, Virginia vs. Walnut Creek, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 22.4% more expensive than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $428,403 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, California is more expensive than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to Arlington, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.4% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  4.1% higher
  Health
  20.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower