Elgin, Illinois vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 53.2% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $76,583 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
123% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Elgin, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.2% 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
  16.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  181.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  41.7% higher
  Health
  9.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher