Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 65.6% more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $579,553 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
163% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Grand Rapids, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  65.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  234.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  34.2% higher
  Health
  26.5% higher
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  Personal
  15.7% higher
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