Palo Alto, California vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 65.8% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $17,121 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Fairfax
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Palo Alto, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  65.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  4.6% lower
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  Personal
  7.8% higher
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