Reston, Virginia vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 39.2% cheaper than Reston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $42,540 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Reston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is cheaper than Reston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Roanoke
than in Reston, Virginia
Reston, VA vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Reston, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  14.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  37.6% lower
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.4% lower