Beckley, West Virginia vs. Athens, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Tennessee is 9.3% more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $81,954 in Athens, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Beckley, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Tennessee is more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
97% more expensive in Athens
than in Beckley, West Virginia
Beckley, WV vs. Athens, TN
Compared to Beckley, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.3% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.2% higher
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  22.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower