Fairfax, Virginia vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 19.1% more expensive than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $119,096 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Oakland
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Fairfax, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
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  19.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  1.4% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
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  Personal
  2.3% lower
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