Winchester, Virginia vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 11.3% cheaper than Winchester, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $44,343 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Winchester, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Winchester, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Salem
than in Winchester, Virginia
Winchester, VA vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Winchester, Salem 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% higher
  Commute
  9.1% lower
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower