Newark, Delaware vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 35.6% more expensive than Newark, Delaware.

You would need a salary of $67,778 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, Delaware.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Newark, Delaware
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Newark, Delaware
Newark, DE vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Newark, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.6% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  36.2% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher