Cost of Living in Fairfax, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
202.4
100 = national avg
+102.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$89,053
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$210,490
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing279.6
Food151.5
Transportation137.1
Healthcare141.2
Utilities166.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairfax is 202.4, which is 102.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 279.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $89,053 per year to cover basic expenses.