Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Virginia vs Queens, New York


The cost of living in Queens, New York is 4.1% more expensive than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $78,110 in Queens, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Queens, New York is more expensive than Arlington, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
53% more expensive in Queens
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs Queens, NY
Compared to Arlington, Queens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  52.1% higher
  Commute
  53.9% higher
  Health
  25.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher

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