San Diego, California vs. Fairfax Station, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax Station, Virginia is 1.7% more expensive than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $71,178 in Fairfax Station, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax Station, Virginia is more expensive than San Diego, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
12% more expensive in Fairfax Station
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Fairfax Station, VA
Compared to San Diego, Fairfax Station is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  12.6% higher
  Health
  14.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher