Salem, Virginia vs. West Burlington, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Burlington, Iowa is 14.6% cheaper than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $128,132 in West Burlington, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Burlington, Iowa is cheaper than Salem, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in West Burlington
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. West Burlington, IA
Compared to Salem, West Burlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  17.9% lower
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.2% lower