Salem, Indiana vs. Gary, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gary, Indiana is 10.1% cheaper than Salem, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $44,945 in Gary, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gary, Indiana is cheaper than Salem, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Gary
than in Salem, Indiana
Salem, IN vs. Gary, IN
Compared to Salem, Gary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  6.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher