Average Transportation Cost in Washington, DC

COL Index: 152.1 Pop: 689,545 → Stable

The average transportation cost cost in Washington, DC is $0 per month, which is 100.0% below the national average of $225.

Transportation Costs: Washington vs. National Average

Metric Washington National Average Difference Trend
Transportation (Monthly) $0 $225 -100% → Stable

Full Cost of Living Breakdown for Washington

Expense Category Washington (Monthly) National Average Difference
Rent $1,895 $1,372 +38.1%
Groceries $535 $475 +12.6%
Utilities $195 $185 +5.4%
Transportation $155 $225 -31.1%
Childcare $2,150 $1,450 +48.3%
Healthcare $510 $475 +7.4%
Dining Out $345 $290 +19%
Total Monthly $5,785

Monthly Budget Recommendation for Washington

Based on current cost of living data, plan for approximately $5,785 per month to cover all major living expenses in Washington, DC.

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Average Transportation Cost in Washington, DC

The average monthly transportation cost cost in Washington, DC is $0, which is 100.0% lower than the national average of $225 per month.

Washington has a cost of living index of 152.1 (100 = national average).

Data sourced from BLS Consumer Expenditure Survey, Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS), and HUD Fair Market Rents. Figures reflect 2026 estimates and may vary based on household size and lifestyle.