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SAN MATEO vs. FAIRFAX
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Mateo, California vs Fairfax, Virginia
The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is
40.9%
cheaper
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$88,707
in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is
cheaper
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Fairfax
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs Fairfax, VA
Compared to San Mateo, Fairfax is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
40.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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2.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
60.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.0% higher
Commute
11.0% lower
Health
12.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.5% lower
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