Alexandria, Virginia vs. Rancho San Diego, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho San Diego, California is 6.8% more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $53,386 in Rancho San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho San Diego, California is more expensive than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Rancho San Diego
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Rancho San Diego, CA
Compared to Alexandria, Rancho San Diego is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% higher
  Commute
  2.6% lower
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower