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WASHINGTON vs. ALEXANDRIA
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
6.8%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$265,508
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Alexandria
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Washington, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
2.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.2% lower
Commute
4.8% lower
Health
6.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% higher
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