Laplace, Louisiana vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 78.2% more expensive than Laplace, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $97,993 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Laplace, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Laplace, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
291% more expensive in Arlington
than in Laplace, Louisiana
Laplace, LA vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Laplace, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  78.2% 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
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  20.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  368.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.2% higher
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  8.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% higher