Copenhagen, New York vs. Washington, District of Columbia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 83.7% more expensive than Copenhagen, New York.

You would need a salary of $91,829 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Copenhagen, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Copenhagen, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
256% more expensive in Washington
than in Copenhagen, New York
Copenhagen, NY vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Copenhagen, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  83.7% 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
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  318.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  63.0% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher