Manhattan, New York vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 33.1% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $60,244 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Fairfax
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Manhattan, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% lower
      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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.2% lower
  Commute
  20.7% lower
  Health
  17.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.6% lower