Springfield, Missouri vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 71.5% more expensive than Springfield, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $85,758 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Springfield, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
171% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Springfield, Missouri
Springfield, MO vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Springfield, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  71.5% 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
  19.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  296.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  55.2% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% higher