Reston, Virginia vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 7.9% more expensive than Reston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $25,127 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Reston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Reston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Reston, Virginia
Reston, VA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Reston, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  0.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower