Slidell, Louisiana vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 54.5% more expensive than Slidell, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $77,258 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Slidell, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Slidell, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
167% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Slidell, Louisiana
Slidell, LA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Slidell, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.5% 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
  17.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  261.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  24.6% higher
  Health
  8.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% higher