Arlington, Virginia vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 45.7% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $27,166 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Salem
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Arlington, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  14.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  38.4% lower
  Health
  10.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% lower