New York, New York vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 4.2% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $613,425 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is cheaper than New York, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Arlington
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to New York, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% lower
      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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.7% lower
  Commute
  32.4% lower
  Health
  21.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower