Durham, North Carolina vs. Salem, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts is 28.2% cheaper than Durham, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $0 in Salem, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Durham, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Massachusetts is cheaper than Durham, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Salem
than in Durham, North Carolina
Durham, NC vs. Salem, MA
Compared to Durham, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  28.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  22.5% higher
  Health
  9.5% lower
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  Personal
  14.5% higher
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