Chantilly, VA vs Hollymead, VA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Hollymead is 23.1% cheaper than Chantilly. With a cost index of 129 vs 159, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Hollymead to Chantilly should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chantilly is $2,260/month compared to $1,995/month in Hollymead — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hollymead is more affordable at $413,700 median vs $633,900.

Median household income in Chantilly is $143,786 compared to $121,795 in Hollymead (+18.1%). The higher salaries in Chantilly partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Chantilly spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, less than the 19.7% in Hollymead.