Berkeley, California vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 41.1% cheaper than Berkeley, California.

You would need a salary of $94,201 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is cheaper than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Alexandria
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Berkeley, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.1% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  8.5% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower