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FAIRFAX vs. RICHMOND
Cost of Living Comparison
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Fairfax, Virginia vs. Richmond, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is
35.2%
cheaper
than Fairfax, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$93,895
in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is
cheaper
than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Richmond
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Fairfax, Richmond is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.5% higher
Commute
34.6% lower
Health
3.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.7% lower
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