Wise, Virginia vs. Blacksburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blacksburg, Virginia is 29.6% more expensive than Wise, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $129,579 in Blacksburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Wise, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blacksburg, Virginia is more expensive than Wise, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
145% more expensive in Blacksburg
than in Wise, Virginia
Wise, VA vs. Blacksburg, VA
Compared to Wise, Blacksburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.6% 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
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  148.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  11.0% lower
  Health
  10.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% higher