Jacksonville, Florida vs. Washington, District of Columbia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 59.9% more expensive than Jacksonville, Florida.

You would need a salary of $68,745 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Jacksonville, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Jacksonville, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
130% more expensive in Washington
than in Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville, FL vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Jacksonville, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.9% 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
  15.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  208.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  33.4% higher
  Health
  4.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher