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FAIRFAX vs. SEATTLE
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Fairfax, Virginia vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
13.2%
more expensive
than Fairfax, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$396,267
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington 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 Seattle
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Fairfax, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
29.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
29.4% lower
Commute
7.8% higher
Health
14.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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