Potsdam, New York vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 82.2% more expensive than Potsdam, New York.

You would need a salary of $91,104 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Potsdam, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Potsdam, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
274% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Potsdam, New York
Potsdam, NY vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Potsdam, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  82.2% 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)
  447.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  83.7% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% higher