Cost of Living Calculator - George Mason, Virginia vs Arlington, Texas


The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is 31.1% cheaper than George Mason, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $34,450 in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in George Mason, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is cheaper than George Mason, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Arlington
than in George Mason, Virginia
George Mason, VA vs Arlington, TX
Compared to George Mason, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  6.7% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.2% lower

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