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FAIRFAX vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Fairfax, Virginia vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
29.1%
cheaper
than Fairfax, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$106,275
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Fairfax, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
10.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
72.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.6% higher
Commute
11.2% higher
Health
0.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.7% lower
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