Cost of Living Calculator - Independence, Kentucky vs Fairfax, Virginia


The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 59.0% more expensive than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $79,506 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
136% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs Fairfax, VA
Compared to Independence, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  196.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.9% higher

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