Cost of Living Calculator - Alexandria, Virginia vs Fort Lee, New Jersey


The cost of living in Fort Lee, New Jersey is 5.7% more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $79,277 in Fort Lee, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lee, New Jersey is more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
30% more expensive in Fort Lee
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs Fort Lee, NJ
Compared to Alexandria, Fort Lee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% higher
      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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% higher
  Commute
  20.6% higher
  Health
  3.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.