Oceanside, California vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 10.6% more expensive than Oceanside, California.

You would need a salary of $77,426 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Oceanside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Oceanside, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
26% more expensive in Arlington
than in Oceanside, California
Oceanside, CA vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Oceanside, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% lower
  Commute
  9.4% higher
  Health
  13.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% higher