Shelby, North Carolina vs. Emporia, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Virginia is 11.3% cheaper than Shelby, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $13,306 in Emporia, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Shelby, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Virginia is cheaper than Shelby, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Emporia
than in Shelby, North Carolina
Shelby, NC vs. Emporia, VA
Compared to Shelby, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  3.8% lower
  Health
  8.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower