Salem, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Henry County / Salem / Zip Codes

Salem cost of living score
75.9
Less expensive
24.1% lower
than the US average
5.2% lower
than the Iowa average
Salem, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.1% lower than the U.S. average and 5.2% higher than the average for Iowa.

Salem, IA

Housing costs in Salem?
A typical home costs $159,200, which is 52.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 18.3% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Salem costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 9.4% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Salem?
To live comfortably in Salem, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $30,600 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Salem?
Salem, IA has a relatively low cost of living compared to other parts of the country. The median home cost in Salem is $123,400 which is well below the national average, making it an affordable place to live. Additionally, the cost of food and transportation are also quite low in comparison to other towns and cities throughout Iowa. With its low prices and convenient access to many city amenities, Salem makes for an excellent place to call home for those looking for an affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSalemIowaUnited States
  75.980.1100.0
  92.594.4100
  116.8108.2100.0
  39.355.4100.0
  $159,200$194,900$338,100
  99.6%98.5%100.0%
  64.771.4100.0
  89.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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We found a nice older home at a reasonable price. The very best of small town neighbors lives nearby. The gas station/convenience store is a oasis for quick items that  More

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