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FAIRFAX vs. AUSTIN
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Fairfax, Virginia vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
12.7%
cheaper
than Fairfax, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$113,509
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Austin
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Fairfax, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
33.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.7% higher
Commute
13.9% lower
Health
1.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.1% lower
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