Round Rock, Texas vs. Salem, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, South Carolina is 11.4% cheaper than Round Rock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $44,292 in Salem, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Round Rock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, South Carolina is cheaper than Round Rock, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
33% cheaper in Salem
than in Round Rock, Texas
Round Rock, TX vs. Salem, SC
Compared to Round Rock, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  33.3% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher