Winston-Salem, North Carolina vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 2.7% more expensive than Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $77,030 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is more expensive than Winston-Salem, North Carolina
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% more expensive in Roanoke
than in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Winston Salem, NC vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Winston Salem, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% higher
      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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  2.0% higher
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower