Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Massachusetts vs Bellingham, Washington


The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 1.4% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $69,002 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
34% cheaper in Bellingham
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs Bellingham, WA
Compared to Salem, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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)
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.4% lower
  Commute
  20.4% lower
  Health
  9.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower

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