Wise, Virginia vs. Whitesburg, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whitesburg, Kentucky is 2.3% more expensive than Wise, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $36,483 in Whitesburg, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Wise, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whitesburg, Kentucky is more expensive than Wise, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% more expensive in Whitesburg
than in Wise, Virginia
Wise, VA vs. Whitesburg, KY
Compared to Wise, Whitesburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  32.7% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower