Newport, Rhode Island vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 4.6% more expensive than Newport, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $78,440 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Newport, Rhode Island
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Newport, Rhode Island
Newport, RI vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Newport, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.3% lower
  Commute
  39.0% higher
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher

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