Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Emporia, Virginia


The cost of living in Emporia, Virginia is 31.0% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $34,521 in Emporia, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Virginia is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Emporia
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Emporia, VA
Compared to Salem, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.0% 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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.5% higher
  Commute
  31.5% lower
  Health
  14.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower

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