Fairfax, Virginia vs. Marathon, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marathon, Florida is 8.8% cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $68,370 in Marathon, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marathon, Florida is cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
33% cheaper in Marathon
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Marathon, FL
Compared to Fairfax, Marathon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.8% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  39.5% lower
  Health
  58.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% lower