Dothan, Alabama vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 76.3% more expensive than Dothan, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $220,320 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Dothan, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Dothan, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
225% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Dothan, Alabama
Dothan, AL vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Dothan, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  76.3% 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
  17.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  311.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  62.8% higher
  Health
  14.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.9% higher