Phoenix, Arizona vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 48.7% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $260,166 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Arlington
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Phoenix, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.7% 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
  18.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  184.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.8% higher