Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Worcester, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Worcester, Massachusetts is 2.6% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $92,373 in Worcester, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Worcester, Massachusetts is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% more expensive in Worcester
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Worcester, MA
Compared to Salem, Worcester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.4% higher
  Commute
  0.7% lower
  Health
  3.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% higher

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