Glen Allen, Virginia vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 28.3% more expensive than Glen Allen, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $128,291 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Glen Allen, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is more expensive than Glen Allen, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Reston
than in Glen Allen, Virginia
Glen Allen, VA vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Glen Allen, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.3% 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
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  46.4% higher
  Health
  4.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% higher