Salem, KY Cost of Living


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Salem cost of living score
75
Less expensive
25.0% lower
than the US average
8.9% lower
than the Kentucky average
Salem, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.0% lower than the U.S. average and 8.9% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Salem, KY

Housing costs in Salem?
A typical home costs $87,700, which is 74.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 54.9% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Salem costs $670 per month, which is 53.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 37.3% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Salem?
To live comfortably in Salem, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $16,920 for a family, and $20,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Salem?
The cost of living in Salem, KY is relatively low compared to the national average. According to the BestPlaces Cost of Living Index, the cost of living in Salem, KY is about 24% lower than the US average. This makes it an affordable option for residents looking for a new place to live. Prices for groceries, transportation, utilities, and healthcare tend to be below average. The area’s moderate climate also adds to its affordability; with housing prices staying relatively low and temperatures rarely reaching extreme highs or lows, Salem offers an attractive option for those looking to relocate without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSalemKentuckyUnited States
  75.082.3100.0
  89.694.2100
  118.6102.2100.0
  33.156.9100.0
  $87,700$194,300$338,100
  93.6%92.9%100.0%
  86.789.1100.0
  70.377.5100.0

   100=National Average

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