Cost of Living Calculator - Worcester, Massachusetts vs Arlington, Virginia


The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 53.8% more expensive than Worcester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $123,007 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
105% more expensive in Arlington
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs Arlington, VA
Compared to Worcester, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.8% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  176.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  28.4% higher
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.2% higher

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