Salem, Virginia vs. Pella, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pella, Iowa is 4.8% cheaper than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $99,977 in Pella, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pella, Iowa is cheaper than Salem, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
26% cheaper in Pella
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Pella, IA
Compared to Salem, Pella is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  27.2% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower