Fairfax, Virginia vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 12.7% cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $43,657 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Austin
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Fairfax, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  13.9% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  12.1% lower
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