Fairfax, Virginia vs. Santa Fe, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Fe, New Mexico is 23.1% cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $107,692 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Fe, New Mexico is cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Santa Fe
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Santa Fe, NM
Compared to Fairfax, Santa Fe is:
  Homeowner
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  23.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  37.1% lower
  Health
  20.0% lower
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  Personal
  6.9% lower
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