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Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Virginia vs Washington, District of Columbia

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 6.8% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $158,400 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Washington
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs Washington, DC
Compared to Arlington, Washington is:
  Homeowner
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  6.8% lower
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  Food
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.3% lower
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  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  10.4% higher
  Health
  5.1% lower
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  Personal
  9.6% lower
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