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SACRAMENTO vs. FAIRFAX
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Sacramento, California vs. Fairfax, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
21.9%
more expensive
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$365,614
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
more expensive
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Sacramento, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.9% higher
Child Care
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Food
8.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
68.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% lower
Commute
5.5% higher
Health
1.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.6% higher
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