Lowest Cost of Living Neighborhoods in District of Columbia (2026 Rankings)

Utility costs are a key part of your monthly budget. We ranked 6 neighborhoods in District of Columbia by electricity rate as a proxy for overall cost of living. Lower rates mean more money in your pocket.

Adams MorganWashington, DC

Kurby Score: 71

Electricity Rate: 10.98¢/kWh

Median Rent: $2,468/mo

Home Value: $625,000

Property Tax: $5,804/yr

Median Income: $170,216

WashingtonDC

Kurby Score: 55

Electricity Rate: 10.98¢/kWh

Median Rent: $3,100/mo

Home Value: $705,000

Property Tax: $5,903/yr

Median Income: $101,722

Washington DCDC

Kurby Score: 73

Electricity Rate: 10.98¢/kWh

Median Rent: $2,141/mo

Home Value: $620,000

Property Tax: $1,775/yr

Median Income: $90,842

Capitol Hill DCWashington, DC

Kurby Score: 70

Electricity Rate: 10.98¢/kWh

Median Rent: $1,962/mo

Home Value: $820,000

Property Tax: $7,661/yr

Median Income: $138,472

Dupont CircleWashington, DC

Kurby Score: 67

Electricity Rate: 10.98¢/kWh

Median Rent: $2,183/mo

Home Value: $750,000

Property Tax: $3,488/yr

Median Income: $115,809

GeorgetownWashington, DC

Kurby Score: 78

Electricity Rate: 10.98¢/kWh

Home Value: $1,150,000

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