Salem, Massachusetts vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 25.5% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $37,240 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Salem, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.5% 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
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  22.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% lower