| | Charlottesville, VA | Lafayette, CA | United States |
| Overall | 105.2 | 174.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 101.3 | 117.0 | 100 |
| Health | 106.4 | 121.1 | 100 |
| Housing | 136.9 | 580.7 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $429,400 | $1,767,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,040.0% | 10,260.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 72.0 | 123.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 142.2 | 157.7 | 100 |
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Reviews for Charlottesville 
44 Reviews
I have lived in Charlottesville, Albemarle County for 25 years. It USED to be a decent place but in the past 10 years has gone downhill. Rent is TOO high, landlords are More
Loved here for 7 years, lots of parks and close proximity to Shenandoah, but that’s where the positives end. High cost of living with extreme income inequality, More
Charlottesville resident for 7 years. Plenty of parks, the Rivanna River and trail, and a short drive to Shenandoah National Park means plenty of opportunities for More
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Reviews for Lafayette 
4 Reviews
Living in Lafayette is wonderful, if you can afford it! The rolling hills, the great schools and the climate make this a great place to More
Great place to raise kids, nice restaurants and some good stores. A bit sparse on things like theaters etc.
Weather in Summer is HOT HOT HOT. Bring sunblock and More
Summers are too cool due to marine More
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