Wareham, Massachusetts vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 11.1% cheaper than Wareham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $44,444 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Wareham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Wareham, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
31% cheaper in Salem
than in Wareham, Massachusetts
Wareham, MA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Wareham, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.4% lower
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  1.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% lower