Salem, Massachusetts vs. Prescott, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Prescott, Arizona is 2.3% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $48,840 in Prescott, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Prescott, Arizona is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Prescott
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Prescott, AZ
Compared to Salem, Prescott is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  19.5% lower
  Health
  46.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% lower