Monroe, New York vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 14.1% more expensive than Monroe, New York.

You would need a salary of $57,044 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Monroe, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Monroe, New York
Monroe, NY vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Monroe, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.2% lower
  Commute
  15.5% lower
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% higher