Salem, South Carolina vs. West Palm Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Palm Beach, Florida is 4.7% more expensive than Salem, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $62,791 in West Palm Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Palm Beach, Florida is more expensive than Salem, South Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
73% more expensive in West Palm Beach
than in Salem, South Carolina
Salem, SC vs. West Palm Beach, FL
Compared to Salem, West Palm Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  73.8% higher
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher