Salem, Virginia vs. Kentwood, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kentwood, Michigan is 5.2% more expensive than Salem, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,620 in Kentwood, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kentwood, Michigan is more expensive than Salem, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Kentwood
than in Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA vs. Kentwood, MI
Compared to Salem, Kentwood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  27.8% higher
  Health
  26.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower

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