Fort Lee, New Jersey vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 7.3% cheaper than Fort Lee, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $129,710 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Lee, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is cheaper than Fort Lee, New Jersey
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
22% cheaper in Reston
than in Fort Lee, New Jersey
Fort Lee, NJ vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Fort Lee, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% lower
      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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher