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CHARLOTTE vs. FAIRFAX
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. Fairfax, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
48.6%
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$200,672
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Charlotte, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.6% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
15.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
140.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% lower
Commute
30.6% higher
Health
8.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.9% higher
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