Muncie, Indiana vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 22.8% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $79,818 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Salem
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Muncie, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.8% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  101.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher

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