Currently in a LCOL city (Cleveland, Pittsburgh, etc.) and interviewing for a few roles I would have to move to McLean/NOVA area. What is the COL expectations I should have? I would be looking at 1bedroom apartments for housing cost.

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HCOL, lower than NYC but higher than Chicago. It gets significantly cheaper the farther into NOVA you go though (Falls church is much cheaper than Clarendon, for example)

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McLean is PRICEY. You'll be looking at probably $2100+ for a 1br. Forget about buying in that area. It's going to be expensive within 50 miles of the city though. If you're looking for a fun young crowd, look at the Arlington area. If you want cheaper checkout Herndon/ Reston. Just be mindful about your commute - you'll want to avoid living anywhere that requires 7, 66 or 95 for too long. Those roads are nightmares.

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