Fairfax, Virginia vs. Erie, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Erie, Colorado is 8.0% cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $45,985 in Erie, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Erie, Colorado is cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Erie
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Erie, CO
Compared to Fairfax, Erie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% lower
      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
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  15.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower