New Orleans, Louisiana vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 59.1% more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $79,528 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
193% more expensive in Arlington
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to New Orleans, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.1% 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
  16.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  281.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.5% higher