Looking for a fresh start in a new Alexandria neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 31,942
-24%
Cost of Living Index 117 vs 155
24% lower than Alexandria
Population 29,361
-17%
Cost of Living Index 128 vs 155
17% lower than Alexandria
Population 456
-8%
Cost of Living Index 142 vs 155
8% lower than Alexandria
Population 23,099
-8%
Cost of Living Index 143 vs 155
8% lower than Alexandria
Population 639
-6%
Cost of Living Index 145 vs 155
6% lower than Alexandria
Population 5,036
-2%
Cost of Living Index 152 vs 155
2% lower than Alexandria
Population 698
-1%
Cost of Living Index 153 vs 155
1% lower than Alexandria
Population 2,983
-1%
Cost of Living Index 154 vs 155
1% lower than Alexandria
Population 12,729
1%
Cost of Living Index 157 vs 155
1% higher than Alexandria
Population 6,900
7%
Cost of Living Index 165 vs 155
7% higher than Alexandria
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