Denton, Texas vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 52.3% more expensive than Denton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $76,156 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Denton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Denton, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Denton, Texas
Denton, TX vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Denton, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.3% 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
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  42.9% higher
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.8% higher