Salem, Missouri vs. Decatur, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Texas is 41.9% more expensive than Salem, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $134,797 in Decatur, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Texas is more expensive than Salem, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
141% more expensive in Decatur
than in Salem, Missouri
Salem, MO vs. Decatur, TX
Compared to Salem, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.9% higher
      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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  161.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  56.5% higher
  Health
  8.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher