Beckley, West Virginia vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 19.1% more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $77,425 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Beckley, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
111% more expensive in Roanoke
than in Beckley, West Virginia
Beckley, WV vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Beckley, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.1% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.3% higher
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower