Dayton, Ohio vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 17.4% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $45,214 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Roanoke
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Dayton, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  213.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  5.1% lower
  Health
  22.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% lower