Salem, Ohio vs. Castalia, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Castalia, North Carolina is 6.5% more expensive than Salem, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $21,308 in Castalia, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Castalia, North Carolina is more expensive than Salem, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Castalia
than in Salem, Ohio
Salem, OH vs. Castalia, NC
Compared to Salem, Castalia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.5% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  8.2% higher
  Health
  21.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher