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CARY vs. ARLINGTON
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Cary, North Carolina vs. Arlington, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is
41.8%
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$93,558
in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Cary, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Arlington
than in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Cary, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
41.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
83.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% higher
Commute
41.8% higher
Health
6.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.4% higher
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