Ridgecrest, California vs. Martinsburg, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Martinsburg, West Virginia is 6.7% cheaper than Ridgecrest, California.

You would need a salary of $46,670 in Martinsburg, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgecrest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Martinsburg, West Virginia is cheaper than Ridgecrest, California
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
24% cheaper in Martinsburg
than in Ridgecrest, California
Ridgecrest, CA vs. Martinsburg, WV
Compared to Ridgecrest, Martinsburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% lower
  Commute
  15.9% lower
  Health
  32.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower