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ARLINGTON vs. WASHINGTON
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Arlington, Virginia vs. Washington, District of Columbia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
6.8%
cheaper
than Arlington, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$279,552
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Washington
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Arlington, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
18.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% higher
Commute
10.4% higher
Health
5.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.6% lower
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