Cost of Living Calculator - Darien, Illinois vs Fairfax, Virginia


The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 31.9% more expensive than Darien, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $65,948 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Darien, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Darien, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Darien, Illinois
Darien, IL vs Fairfax, VA
Compared to Darien, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  2.6% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher

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