Salem, Massachusetts vs. Asheville, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Asheville, North Carolina is 15.4% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $42,280 in Asheville, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Asheville, North Carolina is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Asheville
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Asheville, NC
Compared to Salem, Asheville is:
  Homeowner
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  15.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  19.6% lower
  Health
  38.7% higher
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  Personal
  7.3% lower
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