Buffalo, New York vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 58.5% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $55,486 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
188% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Buffalo, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  58.5% 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
  14.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  535.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  25.8% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.3% higher