Alexandria, Virginia vs. Islip, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Islip, New York is 1.9% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $39,230 in Islip, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Islip, New York is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
29% cheaper in Islip
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Islip, NY
Compared to Alexandria, Islip is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.1% higher
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  23.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower