Salem, VA vs Blacksburg, VA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Salem, VA is 11% cheaper to rent than Blacksburg, VA, with median rents of $1,536 vs $1,721. Household income is higher in Salem, VA ($66,725 vs $50,182). Blacksburg, VA has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (69.2%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents