Alexandria, Virginia vs. Riva, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Riva, Maryland is 5.1% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $47,434 in Riva, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Riva, Maryland is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
13% cheaper in Riva
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Riva, MD
Compared to Alexandria, Riva is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  15.7% lower
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher