Forest, Virginia vs. Ashland, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashland, Virginia is 5.5% more expensive than Forest, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,763 in Ashland, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Forest, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashland, Virginia is more expensive than Forest, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% more expensive in Ashland
than in Forest, Virginia
Forest, VA vs. Ashland, VA
Compared to Forest, Ashland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  8.8% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher

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