Fairfax, Virginia vs. South Riding, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Riding, Virginia is 1.3% more expensive than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $76,012 in South Riding, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Riding, Virginia is more expensive than Fairfax, Virginia
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
28% more expensive in South Riding
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. South Riding, VA
Compared to Fairfax, South Riding is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  6.6% higher
  Health
  0.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher