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THE PLAINS vs. FAIRFAX
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The Plains, Virginia vs. Fairfax, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
10.7%
cheaper
than The Plains, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$44,665
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in The Plains, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
cheaper
than The Plains, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Fairfax
than in The Plains, Virginia
The Plains, VA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to The Plains, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
23.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.2% lower
Commute
6.8% lower
Health
1.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.4% higher
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