Arlington, Virginia vs. Charles Town, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charles Town, West Virginia is 29.6% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $135,089 in Charles Town, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charles Town, West Virginia is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Charles Town
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Charles Town, WV
Compared to Arlington, Charles Town is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.6% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  14.3% higher
  Health
  23.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% lower