Arlington, Virginia vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 10.5% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $67,110 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Renton
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Arlington, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.8% lower
  Commute
  16.7% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher