Salem, Virginia vs. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is 4.7% more expensive than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,335 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Salem, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% more expensive in Pittsburgh
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Pittsburgh, PA
Compared to Salem, Pittsburgh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  39.7% higher
  Health
  20.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower