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BETHESDA vs. ARLINGTON
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Bethesda, Maryland vs. Arlington, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is
14.0%
cheaper
than Bethesda, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$172,098
in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethesda, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is
cheaper
than Bethesda, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Arlington
than in Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda, MD vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Bethesda, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.0% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
19.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.1% lower
Commute
4.9% lower
Health
15.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.7% higher
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