Salem, Virginia vs. Memphis, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Memphis, Tennessee is 11.7% cheaper than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $88,269 in Memphis, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Memphis, Tennessee is cheaper than Salem, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Memphis
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Memphis, TN
Compared to Salem, Memphis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  25.2% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.6% lower