Salem, Massachusetts vs. Apex, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Apex, North Carolina is 9.4% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $43,507 in Apex, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Apex, North Carolina is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Apex
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Apex, NC
Compared to Salem, Apex is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.4% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  12.8% lower
  Health
  7.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower