Galax, Virginia vs. Johnson City, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johnson City, Tennessee is 11.9% more expensive than Galax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,943 in Johnson City, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Galax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnson City, Tennessee is more expensive than Galax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Johnson City
than in Galax, Virginia
Galax, VA vs. Johnson City, TN
Compared to Galax, Johnson City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  16.5% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher