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


The cost of living in Petersburg, Virginia is 21.7% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $58,740 in Petersburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Petersburg, Virginia is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Petersburg
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Petersburg, VA
Compared to Salem, Petersburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.3% higher
  Commute
  22.0% lower
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher

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