Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Massachusetts vs Camden, Maine


The cost of living in Camden, Maine is 13.4% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $64,980 in Camden, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Camden, Maine is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in Camden
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs Camden, ME
Compared to Salem, Camden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.4% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  37.2% lower
  Health
  6.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% lower

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