Burlington, Vermont vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 21.8% cheaper than Burlington, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $39,092 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Burlington, Vermont
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Salem
than in Burlington, Vermont
Burlington, VT vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Burlington, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.8% 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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  4.7% lower
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower