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Short Pump, Virginia vs. Fairfax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, Virginia is 37.0% more expensive than Short Pump, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $102,726 in Fairfax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Short Pump, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, Virginia is more expensive than Short Pump, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Fairfax
than in Short Pump, Virginia
Short Pump, VA vs. Fairfax, VA
Compared to Short Pump, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
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  37.0% higher
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  10.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.4% higher
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  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  52.6% higher
  Health
  5.0% higher
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  Personal
  7.1% higher
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