Salem, Massachusetts vs. Arlington, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is 19.4% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $40,320 in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Arlington
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Arlington, TX
Compared to Salem, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% 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
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  12.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower