Lawrence, Kansas vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 47.4% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $147,425 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
108% more expensive in Reston
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Lawrence, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.4% 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
  13.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  113.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  42.0% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.2% higher