Houston, Texas vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 46.9% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $177,762 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Houston, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.9% 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
  14.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  192.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  8.2% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% higher