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CHARLESTON vs. FAIRFAX
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Charleston, South Carolina vs. Fairfax, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
35.0%
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$74,370
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Charleston, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.0% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
8.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
74.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.1% lower
Commute
35.6% higher
Health
6.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.8% higher
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