Athens, Tennessee vs. Williamstown, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Williamstown, West Virginia is 7.8% more expensive than Athens, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $53,916 in Williamstown, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Williamstown, West Virginia is more expensive than Athens, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% more expensive in Williamstown
than in Athens, Tennessee
Athens, TN vs. Williamstown, WV
Compared to Athens, Williamstown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  16.2% higher
  Health
  18.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher