Amherst, New York vs. Merrifield, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merrifield, Virginia is 62.2% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $162,222 in Merrifield, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrifield, Virginia is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Merrifield
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Merrifield, VA
Compared to Amherst, Merrifield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.2% 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)
  129.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  39.8% higher
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.7% higher