Annandale, VA vs McLean, VA

The cost of living difference between Annandale, VA and McLean, VA is dramatic. Annandale is 39.4% cheaper than McLean, a gap that translates to thousands of dollars per year in household expenses. Annandale has a cost index of 150 while McLean sits at 248, making this one of the more striking comparisons on our site. Relocating between these cities would require a serious reassessment of budget and lifestyle expectations.

On the housing front, median rent in Annandale is $1,932/month compared to $3,376/month in McLean — a 43% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Annandale is more affordable at $650,100 median vs $1,304,900.

Median household income in Annandale is $112,872 compared to $250,001 in McLean (-54.9%). While McLean 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 16.2% in McLean.