Fairfax, Virginia vs. Durango, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durango, Colorado is 19.6% cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,281 in Durango, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durango, Colorado is cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% cheaper in Durango
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Durango, CO
Compared to Fairfax, Durango is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.6% lower
      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
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  46.2% lower
  Health
  22.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower