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FAIRFAX vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Fairfax, Virginia vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
64.6%
more expensive
than Fairfax, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$82,321
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Fairfax, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
64.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
150.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% higher
Commute
24.0% higher
Health
11.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.5% higher
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