Galax, Virginia vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 49.5% more expensive than Galax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $74,727 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Galax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Galax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
155% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Galax, Virginia
Galax, VA vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Galax, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.5% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  188.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% higher
  Commute
  94.5% higher
  Health
  9.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher