Cost of Living Calculator - Ellicott City, Maryland vs Alexandria, Virginia


The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 2.2% more expensive than Ellicott City, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $76,642 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Ellicott City, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Ellicott City, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
18% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Ellicott City, Maryland
Ellicott City, MD vs Alexandria, VA
Compared to Ellicott City, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  18.7% higher
  Health
  17.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower

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