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WASHINGTON vs. RESTON
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Reston, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is
8.8%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$118,606
in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Reston
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Washington, Reston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
18.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
8.8% lower
Health
6.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.2% higher
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