Baltimore, Maryland vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 8.5% cheaper than Baltimore, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $68,593 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Baltimore, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is cheaper than Baltimore, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% cheaper in Roanoke
than in Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, MD vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Baltimore, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% lower
      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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  38.1% lower
  Health
  30.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower