Worcester, Massachusetts vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 2.6% cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $48,716 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Salem
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Worcester, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.2% lower
  Commute
  0.7% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower