2025 Compare Cities Cost of Living:
Dunn Loring, VA vs Atlanta, GA

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Is it cheaper to live in Atlanta or is it cheaper to live in Dunn Loring?
- Atlanta is 24.3% less expensive than Dunn Loring.

Which city has more affordable housing, Atlanta or Dunn Loring?
- Atlanta housing costs are 67.5% less expensive than Dunn Loring housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Dunn Loring or is Health Care more affordable in Atlanta.
- Health related expenses are 3.2% less in Atlanta.
 Dunn Loring, VAAtlanta, GAUnited States
 Overall  Unlock113.3100
 Food & Groceries118.1  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock98.8100
 Housing352.1  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$364,300$338,100
 Utilities96  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock122.7100
 Miscellaneous147.5  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Lots of traffic near the airport at all times. Adds about 1.5 hrs to a 30 min commute. Great food and culture in downtown ATL area.  More

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Honestly the greater Atlanta area is the best place I've ever lived. There is so much diversity, delicious food, shopping, etc. The traffic really isn't that bad if you  More

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Over 2 years ago

I've lived just outside of Atlanta for 22 years and have spent a year deep within the hustle and bustle of the city. It's really NOT that bad. The crime really isn't  More

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