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BAKERSFIELD vs. SALEM
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Bakersfield, California vs. Salem, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts is
20.9%
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$76,161
in Salem, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Salem
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Salem, MA
Compared to Bakersfield, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.9% higher
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Food
9.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
60.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.8% lower
Commute
0.6% lower
Health
3.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.7% higher
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