Christiansburg, Virginia vs. Murphy, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Murphy, North Carolina is 4.4% cheaper than Christiansburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $47,819 in Murphy, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Christiansburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Murphy, North Carolina is cheaper than Christiansburg, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% cheaper in Murphy
than in Christiansburg, Virginia
Christiansburg, VA vs. Murphy, NC
Compared to Christiansburg, Murphy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  0.1% higher
  Health
  6.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower