San Rafael, California vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 31.8% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $49,082 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Fairfax
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to San Rafael, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  31.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  7.5% higher
  Health
  6.7% lower
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  Personal
  9.1% lower
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