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SAN FRANCISCO vs. ARLINGTON
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San Francisco, California vs. Arlington, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is
33.8%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$82,787
in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Arlington
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to San Francisco, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
50.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% higher
Commute
22.6% lower
Health
12.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.0% lower
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