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Cost of Living Calculator - Allentown, Pennsylvania vs Salem, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts is 34.4% more expensive than Allentown, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $32,258 in Salem, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Massachusetts is more expensive than Allentown, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Salem
than in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Allentown, PA vs Salem, MA
Compared to Allentown, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  34.4% higher
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  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  192.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  2.6% higher
  Health
  13.5% lower
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  Personal
  6.4% higher
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