United States
Cost of Living in Washington, DC
Monthly Total
$4,562
$79,835
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,414
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$72
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$2,414
$42,245
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$254
$4,445
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$250
$4,375
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$300
$5,250
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$404
$7,070
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$498
$8,715
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$82
$1,435
Monthly Total
$4,562
$79,835
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