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WASHINGTON vs. ARLINGTON
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Arlington, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is
7.3%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$0
in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Arlington
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Washington, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
22.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.3% lower
Commute
9.5% lower
Health
5.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
10.6% higher
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