Cost of Living in Washington, D.C.
Median income in Washington, D.C. is $72,000/year ($6,000/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.
Average Rent in Washington, D.C.
$1,900
Studio
$2,400
1 Bedroom
$3,000
2 Bedrooms
Monthly Budget Breakdown: $6,000/month
How to allocate the median Washington, D.C. income of $72,000/year after taxes.
Housing
$2,400
Food & Groceries
$540
Transportation
$180
Utilities
$180
Healthcare
$270
Entertainment
$360
Personal & Other
$300
Savings
$1,770
Total
$6,000
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Affordable Neighborhoods in Washington, D.C.
Petworth and Brookland in NW/NE offer more affordable rents with Metro access
Columbia Heights has diverse dining and good Green/Yellow Line connectivity
Arlington and Silver Spring in Virginia/Maryland suburbs offer competitive rents
Money-Saving Tips for Washington, D.C.
SmarTrip monthly rail pass ($90+) covers Metro rail within DC — worth it for daily commuters
All Smithsonian museums are free — that is 20+ museums and the National Zoo
Shop at Lidl, Aldi, and local corner markets for affordable groceries
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