Altoona, Pennsylvania vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 98.1% more expensive than Altoona, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $99,064 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Altoona, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
447% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona, PA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Altoona, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  98.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  659.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  54.9% higher
  Health
  16.6% higher
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  Personal
  16.8% higher
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