Triangle, Virginia vs. Salem, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Massachusetts is 1.3% cheaper than Triangle, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $49,329 in Salem, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Triangle, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Massachusetts is cheaper than Triangle, Virginia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% cheaper in Salem
than in Triangle, Virginia
Triangle, VA vs. Salem, MA
Compared to Triangle, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% lower
      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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower