Lowell, Massachusetts vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 10.6% cheaper than Lowell, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $44,716 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Lowell, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Lowell, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% cheaper in Salem
than in Lowell, Massachusetts
Lowell, MA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Lowell, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  10.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  31.6% lower
  Commute
  2.1% lower
  Health
  5.3% higher
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  Personal
  23.4% lower
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