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BETHESDA vs. WASHINGTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Bethesda, Maryland vs. Washington, District of Columbia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
19.8%
cheaper
than Bethesda, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$80,192
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethesda, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than Bethesda, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Washington
than in Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda, MD vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Bethesda, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
34.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.1% lower
Commute
5.0% higher
Health
10.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.5% higher
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