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Washington DC

Estimated taxes, cost of living, income and housing — scored for the goals that move your money.

Estimated data

Median income

$101.7K

household / year

Avg home price

$650K

~$4,004/mo mortgage

Cost of living

152

100 = US avg

Tax burden

10.4%

income + sales + property

Where Washington DC ranks

How this state places against all 51 states + DC.

How Washington DC scores

Wealth building47/100

Income vs cost of living and taxes — how much you keep and grow.

Homeownership40/100

How far the median income goes toward buying a home.

Young professionals41/100

Job market depth, earning power and manageable costs.

Retirement16/100

Low taxes, gentle cost of living and affordable healthcare.

Families9/100

Affordable housing, everyday costs and healthcare.

Affordability2/100

Overall cost of living — how far your dollar stretches.

Cities in Washington DC

States with a similar cost of living

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State figures are educational estimates and should be verified with current local sources.