Galax, Virginia vs. Charlotte, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is 36.2% more expensive than Galax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $61,291 in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Galax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is more expensive than Galax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
167% more expensive in Charlotte
than in Galax, Virginia
Galax, VA vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to Galax, Charlotte is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.2% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  155.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  54.8% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher