Cost of Living Calculator - Manhattan, New York vs Washington, Virginia


The cost of living in Washington, Virginia is 41.6% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $29,201 in Washington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, Virginia is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Washington
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs Washington, VA
Compared to Manhattan, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.6% 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
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.3% lower
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.6% lower

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