Bethesda, Maryland vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 21.1% cheaper than Bethesda, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $118,371 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethesda, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is cheaper than Bethesda, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Fairfax
than in Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda, MD vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Bethesda, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  21.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  0.9% lower
  Health
  18.3% higher
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  Personal
  14.0% higher
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