Salem, New York vs. Bridgewater, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bridgewater, Connecticut is 62.1% more expensive than Salem, New York.

You would need a salary of $81,057 in Bridgewater, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bridgewater, Connecticut is more expensive than Salem, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
199% more expensive in Bridgewater
than in Salem, New York
Salem, NY vs. Bridgewater, CT
Compared to Salem, Bridgewater is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.1% higher
      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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  257.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% higher
  Commute
  2.5% higher
  Health
  4.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher