Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, Virginia vs Springfield, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Springfield, Massachusetts is 28.8% cheaper than Washington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $53,423 in Springfield, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Massachusetts is cheaper than Washington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Springfield
than in Washington, Virginia
Washington, VA vs Springfield, MA
Compared to Washington, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.8% lower
      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
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.0% higher
  Commute
  30.3% lower
  Health
  14.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower

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