Phoenix, Arizona vs. Dale City, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dale City, Virginia is 7.0% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $64,195 in Dale City, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dale City, Virginia is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
52% more expensive in Dale City
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Dale City, VA
Compared to Phoenix, Dale City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  1.4% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher