Chandler, Arizona vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 21.3% more expensive than Chandler, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $87,309 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chandler, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Chandler, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Chandler, Arizona
Chandler, AZ vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Chandler, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  15.0% higher
  Health
  9.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% higher