Cost of Living Calculator - Alexandria, Virginia vs Potomac, Maryland


The cost of living in Potomac, Maryland is 37.1% more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $102,798 in Potomac, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Potomac, Maryland is more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
102% more expensive in Potomac
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs Potomac, MD
Compared to Alexandria, Potomac is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.1% 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
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  5.4% higher
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% lower

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