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ARLINGTON vs. FAIRFAX
Cost of Living Comparison
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Arlington, Virginia vs. Fairfax, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
8.3%
cheaper
than Arlington, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$91,708
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
cheaper
than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Fairfax
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Arlington, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
19.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% lower
Commute
4.2% higher
Health
2.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% lower
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