Alexandria, VA vs Arlington, VA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Alexandria, VA is 16% cheaper to rent than Arlington, VA, with median rents of $2,246 vs $2,662. Household income is higher in Arlington, VA ($142,114 vs $119,681). Arlington, VA has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (77.1%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents