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ARLINGTON vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Arlington, Virginia vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
51.0%
more expensive
than Arlington, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$175,543
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Arlington, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
51.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
102.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
29.1% higher
Health
14.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.1% higher
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