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Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, Virginia vs Alexandria, Virginia

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 8.5% more expensive than Washington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $54,254 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, Virginia.
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• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Washington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Washington, Virginia
Washington, VA vs Alexandria, VA
Compared to Washington, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
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  8.5% higher
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  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.9% higher
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  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  3.9% lower
  Health
  4.7% lower
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  Personal
  4.7% higher
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