Springfield, Virginia vs. Arlington, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is 29.4% cheaper than Springfield, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $63,529 in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is cheaper than Springfield, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Arlington
than in Springfield, Virginia
Springfield, VA vs. Arlington, TX
Compared to Springfield, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.4% lower
      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
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  10.0% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower