Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Texas vs Fairfax, Virginia


The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 47.0% more expensive than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $73,512 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs Fairfax, VA
Compared to Arlington, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  16.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  169.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher

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