Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Arkansas vs St. Louis, Missouri


The cost of living in St. Louis, Missouri is 6.0% more expensive than Salem, Arkansas.

You would need a salary of $79,519 in St. Louis, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Louis, Missouri is more expensive than Salem, Arkansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
89% more expensive in St. Louis
than in Salem, Arkansas
Salem, AR vs St. Louis, MO
Compared to Salem, St. Louis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  29.6% higher
  Health
  3.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher

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