Seattle, Washington vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 11.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $154,559 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Fairfax
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Seattle, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  11.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  41.6% higher
  Commute
  7.2% lower
  Health
  16.4% higher
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  Personal
  4.9% lower
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