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Salem, Virginia vs. Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 4.0% more expensive than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $77,990 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lancaster, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Salem, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
19% more expensive in Lancaster
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Lancaster, PA
Compared to Salem, Lancaster is:
  Homeowner
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  4.0% higher
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  Food
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
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  Personal
  2.6% lower
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