Dallas, Texas vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 46.7% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $53,411 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
121% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Dallas, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  156.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher