Palmer, Alaska vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 29.0% more expensive than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $64,491 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Palmer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Palmer, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  29.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  98.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  28.0% lower
  Commute
  4.9% higher
  Health
  19.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.6% lower
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