Lewes, Delaware vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 19.9% more expensive than Lewes, Delaware.

You would need a salary of $59,957 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewes, Delaware.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Lewes, Delaware
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
103% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Lewes, Delaware
Lewes, DE vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Lewes, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.9% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  48.0% higher
  Health
  10.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher