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PALO ALTO vs. FAIRFAX
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Fairfax, Virginia
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
65.8%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$25,682
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Fairfax
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Fairfax, VA
Compared to Palo Alto, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
65.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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8.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
81.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
8.3% higher
Commute
9.2% lower
Health
4.6% lower
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Personal
7.8% higher
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