Staunton, Virginia vs. Swansea, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Swansea, Massachusetts is 33.2% more expensive than Staunton, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $59,927 in Swansea, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Staunton, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Swansea, Massachusetts is more expensive than Staunton, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Swansea
than in Staunton, Virginia
Staunton, VA vs. Swansea, MA
Compared to Staunton, Swansea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.2% 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
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.2% higher
  Commute
  32.8% higher
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher