Reston, Virginia vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 36.1% cheaper than Reston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $31,951 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Reston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Reston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Salem
than in Reston, Virginia
Reston, VA vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Reston, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.1% 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
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  38.8% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.5% lower