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Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, New Hampshire vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 30.1% more expensive than Salem, New Hampshire.

You would need a salary of $97,583 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, New Hampshire.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Salem, New Hampshire
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Boston
than in Salem, New Hampshire
Salem, NH vs Boston, MA
Compared to Salem, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  30.1% higher
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  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.7% higher
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  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  36.0% higher
  Health
  7.7% higher
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  Personal
  17.4% higher
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