Salem, UT Cost of Living


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Salem cost of living score
117.2
More expensive
17.2% higher
than the US average
2.6% higher
than the Utah average
Salem, Utah gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 117.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.2% higher than the U.S. average and 2.6% lower than the average for Utah.

Salem, UT

Housing costs in Salem?
A typical home costs $586,600, which is 73.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 14.9% more expensive than the average Utah home, at $510,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Salem costs $1,270 per month, which is 11.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Salem?
To live comfortably in Salem, Utah, a minimum annual income of $112,320 for a family, and $44,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Salem?
Salem, UT is known for being an affordable place to live. The cost of living in Salem is much lower than the national average, with housing costs being especially low. In addition, other expenses such as groceries, transportation, and utilities are all well below national averages. This makes it easy for families to get by on a limited budget while still enjoying all that this charming Utah town has to offer.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSalemUtahUnited States
  117.2114.2100.0
  9793.2100
  101.7102.7100.0
  184.5157.3100.0
  $586,600$510,600$338,100
  94.7%94.6%100.0%
  93.691.2100.0
  106.291.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 9 years ago

Salem has lots of great recreational  More

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Developers are determined to over-build and over-populate this scenic, warm town. Crime and illegal aliens are on the increase. Lots of golf courses for those  More

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