Cost of Living Calculator - Needham, Massachusetts vs Alexandria, Virginia


The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 30.8% cheaper than Needham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $41,550 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Needham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is cheaper than Needham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Alexandria
than in Needham, Massachusetts
Needham, MA vs Alexandria, VA
Compared to Needham, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% lower
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower

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