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PORTSMOUTH vs. ALEXANDRIA
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Portsmouth, Virginia vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
55.0%
more expensive
than Portsmouth, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$77,514
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
more expensive
than Portsmouth, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
156% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Portsmouth, Virginia
Portsmouth, VA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Portsmouth, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
55.0% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
17.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
253.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% lower
Commute
30.1% higher
Health
1.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.3% higher
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