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NEW YORK vs. WASHINGTON
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New York, New York vs. Washington, District of Columbia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
10.7%
cheaper
than New York, New York.
You would need a salary of
$803,866
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% cheaper in Washington
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Washington, DC
Compared to New York, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
18.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
29.6% lower
Commute
25.3% lower
Health
25.2% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
12.8% lower
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