Abilene, Texas vs. Salem, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts is 57.6% more expensive than Abilene, Texas.

You would need a salary of $118,222 in Salem, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Abilene, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Massachusetts is more expensive than Abilene, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
191% more expensive in Salem
than in Abilene, Texas
Abilene, TX vs. Salem, MA
Compared to Abilene, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  57.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  223.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  50.4% higher
  Health
  24.0% lower
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  Personal
  15.7% higher
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