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ALEXANDRIA vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alexandria, Virginia vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
31.9%
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$170,140
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Houston
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Alexandria, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
7.6% lower
Health
6.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.8% lower
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