Sparks, Nevada vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 27.8% cheaper than Sparks, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $36,085 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Sparks, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is cheaper than Sparks, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Roanoke
than in Sparks, Nevada
Sparks, NV vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Sparks, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.8% 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
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  21.3% lower
  Health
  15.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower