Arlington, Texas vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 39.2% more expensive than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $155,889 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Arlington, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  14.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  165.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  12.4% higher
  Health
  2.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher