Strafford, Missouri vs. Portsmouth, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portsmouth, Virginia is 2.5% more expensive than Strafford, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $51,246 in Portsmouth, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Strafford, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portsmouth, Virginia is more expensive than Strafford, Missouri
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
28% more expensive in Portsmouth
than in Strafford, Missouri
Strafford, MO vs. Portsmouth, VA
Compared to Strafford, Portsmouth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  11.1% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher