Salem, Indiana vs. Madison, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Indiana is 7.6% cheaper than Salem, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $46,178 in Madison, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Indiana is cheaper than Salem, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Madison
than in Salem, Indiana
Salem, IN vs. Madison, IN
Compared to Salem, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% lower
      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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher