Ames, Iowa vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 64.1% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $82,060 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
173% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Ames, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  64.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  200.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  89.9% higher
  Health
  15.0% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  20.2% higher
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