Salem, Massachusetts vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 28.4% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $71,600 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Salem, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  7.7% lower
  Health
  8.4% lower
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  Personal
  10.1% lower
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