Alexandria, Virginia vs. Columbus, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Mississippi is 47.1% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $26,443 in Columbus, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Mississippi is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Columbus
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Columbus, MS
Compared to Alexandria, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.1% 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
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  46.0% lower
  Health
  2.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.3% lower