Salem, Massachusetts vs. Marietta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marietta, Georgia is 10.3% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $44,840 in Marietta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marietta, Georgia is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Marietta
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Marietta, GA
Compared to Salem, Marietta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  17.6% higher
  Health
  11.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower