Fairfield, California vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 3.6% more expensive than Fairfield, California.

You would need a salary of $74,606 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than Fairfield, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
18% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Fairfield, California
Fairfield, CA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Fairfield, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  10.4% higher
  Health
  9.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher