| | Roanoke, VA | Paducah, KY | United States |
| Overall | 80.9 | 77.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 95.2 | 92.5 | 100 |
| Health | 110.7 | 118.2 | 100 |
| Housing | 66.9 | 45.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $225,600 | $163,200 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,820.0% | 9,520.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 77.0 | 70.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 99.9 | 89.6 | 100 |
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I’ve lived in Roanoke for 15 years, so I hope this comment can help those planning on moving here.
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