Salem, Virginia vs. Staunton, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Staunton, Virginia is 6.9% cheaper than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $46,526 in Staunton, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Staunton, Virginia is cheaper than Salem, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
12% cheaper in Staunton
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Staunton, VA
Compared to Salem, Staunton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% lower
  Commute
  12.7% lower
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% lower