Salem, Virginia vs. East Hartford, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in East Hartford, Connecticut is 13.3% more expensive than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $169,989 in East Hartford, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Hartford, Connecticut is more expensive than Salem, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% more expensive in East Hartford
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. East Hartford, CT
Compared to Salem, East Hartford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.0% higher
  Commute
  40.5% higher
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% higher