Oakland, California vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 20.5% cheaper than Oakland, California.

You would need a salary of $238,470 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is cheaper than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Alexandria
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Oakland, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
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  20.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  2.4% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
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  Personal
  1.3% lower
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