Rent & cost of living comparison
Roanoke, VA is 9% cheaper to rent than Salem, VA, with median rents of $1,394 vs $1,536. Household income is higher in Salem, VA ($66,725 vs $55,378). Roanoke, VA is more renter-heavy at 47.6% renters.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents
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