Fresno, California vs. Blacksburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blacksburg, Virginia is 7.6% cheaper than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $46,225 in Blacksburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blacksburg, Virginia is cheaper than Fresno, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% cheaper in Blacksburg
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs. Blacksburg, VA
Compared to Fresno, Blacksburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  38.9% lower
  Health
  25.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher