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SAN_MATEO vs. ALEXANDRIA
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San Mateo, California vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
44.0%
cheaper
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$27,993
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
cheaper
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Alexandria
than in San Mateo, California
San_Mateo, CA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to San_Mateo, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.9% higher
Commute
10.2% lower
Health
13.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.9% lower
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