Erie, Colorado vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 8.7% more expensive than Erie, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $54,365 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Erie, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Erie, Colorado
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Erie, Colorado
Erie, CO vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Erie, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  32.8% higher
  Health
  17.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.6% higher