Allentown, Pennsylvania vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 59.4% more expensive than Allentown, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $119,516 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Allentown, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
171% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Allentown, PA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Allentown, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  59.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  313.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  27.1% higher
  Health
  0.3% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.7% higher
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