Rochester, Massachusetts vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 4.9% more expensive than Rochester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $52,429 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Rochester, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
30% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Rochester, Massachusetts
Rochester, MA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Rochester, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% lower
  Commute
  1.8% higher
  Health
  14.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher