Salem, Virginia vs. Newport Beach, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport Beach, California is 302.2% more expensive than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $422,272 in Newport Beach, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport Beach, California is more expensive than Salem, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
931% more expensive in Newport Beach
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Newport Beach, CA
Compared to Salem, Newport Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  302.2% 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
  16.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,117.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.9% lower
  Commute
  46.8% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher