Bettendorf, Iowa vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 0.8% cheaper than Bettendorf, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,605 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Bettendorf, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Bettendorf, Iowa
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
15% more expensive in Salem
than in Bettendorf, Iowa
Bettendorf, IA vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Bettendorf, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% higher
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  7.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher