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ALEXANDRIA vs. FAIRFAX
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alexandria, Virginia vs. Fairfax, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
5.6%
more expensive
than Alexandria, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$68,660
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
more expensive
than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Alexandria, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.6% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
1.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% higher
Commute
0.9% lower
Health
1.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.7% higher
Cost of Food
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