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BOSTON vs. SALEM
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Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Salem, Oregon
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
33.2%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$106,784
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Salem
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Salem, OR
Compared to Boston, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
10.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
32.1% lower
Commute
27.1% lower
Health
3.5% higher
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Personal
26.1% lower
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