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Fort Washington, MD vs Wheaton, MD

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Is it cheaper to live in Wheaton or is it cheaper to live in Fort Washington?
- Wheaton is 14.7% more expensive than Fort Washington.

Which city has more affordable housing, Wheaton or Fort Washington?
- Wheaton housing costs are 11.5% more expensive than Fort Washington housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Fort Washington or is Health Care more affordable in Wheaton.
- Health related expenses are 0.5% less in Wheaton.
 Fort Washington, MDWheaton, MDUnited States
 Overall  Unlock138.5100
 Food & Groceries107.8  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock86.8100
 Housing133.9  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$450,400$338,100
 Utilities109  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock140.4100
 Miscellaneous118.1  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Fort Washington    2 Reviews

Excellent area - 15 minutes from DC and Alexandria - 1 exit away from MGM and National Harbor. Great value on home prices! This area is going to also be the home of  More

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Over 13 years ago

I just don't like it here, the people are definitely not friendly at all. At least it is only 15mins from D.C. So there is plenty to do. My favorite place to live would  More

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