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Cost of Living Calculator - Raleigh, North Carolina vs Salem, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts is 22.1% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $61,066 in Salem, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Massachusetts is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Salem
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs Salem, MA
Compared to Raleigh, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  22.1% higher
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  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  16.3% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
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  Personal
  11.9% higher
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