Laramie, Wyoming vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 59.7% more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $79,849 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Laramie, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Laramie, Wyoming
Laramie, WY vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Laramie, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.7% 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
  17.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  127.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  96.3% higher
  Health
  29.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.9% higher