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SALEM vs. COLUMBIA
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Salem, Massachusetts vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
5.4%
cheaper
than Salem, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$47,320
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
cheaper
than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Columbia
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to Salem, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.4% lower
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Food
3.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
10.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.2% higher
Commute
4.8% higher
Health
2.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% higher
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