| Salem, MA | Lakewood, CO | United States |
Overall | 131.5 | 132.7 | 100 |
Food & Groceries | 108.0 | 101.6 | 100 |
Health | 88.6 | 83.6 | 100 |
Housing | 172.5 | 186.2 | 100 |
Median Home Cost | $505,900 | $561,000 | $338,100 |
Utilities | 10,630.0% | 9,530.0% | 10,000.0% |
Transportation | 103.0 | 117.1 | 100 |
Miscellaneous | 144.5 | 154.6 | 100 |
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Reviews for Lakewood 17 Reviews
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