Salem, Indiana vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 3.0% more expensive than Salem, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,480 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is more expensive than Salem, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Roanoke
than in Salem, Indiana
Salem, IN vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Salem, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  27.2% lower
  Health
  26.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower