Iowa City, Iowa vs. Salem, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts is 43.3% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $107,511 in Salem, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Massachusetts is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Salem
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Salem, MA
Compared to Iowa City, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  43.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  50.4% higher
  Health
  14.8% lower
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  Personal
  6.0% higher
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