Salem, South Carolina vs. Asheville, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Asheville, North Carolina is 2.4% more expensive than Salem, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $51,211 in Asheville, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Asheville, North Carolina is more expensive than Salem, South Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Asheville
than in Salem, South Carolina
Salem, SC vs. Asheville, NC
Compared to Salem, Asheville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  13.0% higher
  Health
  12.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher