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COLUMBIA vs. ALEXANDRIA
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Columbia, Maryland vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
18.6%
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$11,860
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Columbia, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.6% higher
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Food
7.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
55.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.3% lower
Commute
19.4% higher
Health
17.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.3% lower
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