Christiansburg, Virginia vs. Melissa, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melissa, Texas is 21.5% more expensive than Christiansburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $242,939 in Melissa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Christiansburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melissa, Texas is more expensive than Christiansburg, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Melissa
than in Christiansburg, Virginia
Christiansburg, VA vs. Melissa, TX
Compared to Christiansburg, Melissa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% higher
      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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  28.3% higher
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% lower