Salem, Oregon vs. Williamstown, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Williamstown, Massachusetts is 1.5% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $73,901 in Williamstown, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Williamstown, Massachusetts is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Williamstown
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Williamstown, MA
Compared to Salem, Williamstown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.6% higher
  Commute
  32.3% lower
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher