Salem, Virginia vs. Jefferson City, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jefferson City, Tennessee is 6.2% cheaper than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $46,925 in Jefferson City, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jefferson City, Tennessee is cheaper than Salem, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Jefferson City
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Jefferson City, TN
Compared to Salem, Jefferson City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  12.6% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower