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SALEM vs. SEATTLE
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Salem, Massachusetts vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
34.2%
more expensive
than Salem, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$76,517
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Seattle
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Salem, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.2% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
83.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
35.3% lower
Commute
33.5% higher
Health
0.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.4% higher
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