Elkridge, Maryland vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 18.8% more expensive than Elkridge, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $172,195 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkridge, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is more expensive than Elkridge, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Reston
than in Elkridge, Maryland
Elkridge, MD vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Elkridge, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  18.8% higher
  Health
  18.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher