Cost of Living in Alexandria, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
192.5
100 = national avg
+92.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$84,716
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$200,238
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing279.7
Food136.9
Transportation128.7
Healthcare129.5
Utilities158.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alexandria is 192.5, which is 92.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 279.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $84,716 per year to cover basic expenses.