Portland, Oregon vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 11.9% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $60,444 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Portland, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  11.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.9% higher
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  13.4% higher
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  Personal
  0.9% higher
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