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PHILADELPHIA vs. ALEXANDRIA
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
33.6%
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$66,810
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
186% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Philadelphia, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
253.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
9.2% lower
Health
0.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.0% lower
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