Glen Allen, Virginia vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 18.0% cheaper than Glen Allen, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $40,990 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Glen Allen, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Glen Allen, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Salem
than in Glen Allen, Virginia
Glen Allen, VA vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Glen Allen, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.0% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  10.4% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower