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RALEIGH vs. ALEXANDRIA
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
37.0%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$931,639
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Raleigh, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
37.0% higher
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Food
11.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
97.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.8% lower
Commute
45.4% higher
Health
7.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.2% higher
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