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Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, North Carolina vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 91.5% more expensive than Salem, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $191,511 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Salem, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
351% more expensive in Boston
than in Salem, North Carolina
Salem, NC vs Boston, MA
Compared to Salem, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  91.5% higher
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  17.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  414.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.9% higher
  Commute
  59.6% higher
  Health
  29.4% lower
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  Personal
  35.9% higher
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