Chester, Virginia vs. Independence, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Virginia is 20.3% cheaper than Chester, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $31,893 in Independence, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chester, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Virginia is cheaper than Chester, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Independence
than in Chester, Virginia
Chester, VA vs. Independence, VA
Compared to Chester, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.3% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  9.4% lower
  Health
  6.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% lower