Annandale, VA vs Centreville, VA

Annandale, VA and Centreville, VA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.6% difference in their overall index. Annandale scores 150 while Centreville scores 153 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Annandale is $1,932/month compared to $2,238/month in Centreville — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Annandale has cheaper rent, Centreville actually has lower median home values ($565,900 vs $650,100).

Median household income in Annandale is $112,872 compared to $143,704 in Centreville (-21.5%). While Centreville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Annandale spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, more than the 18.7% in Centreville.