Salem County, NJ Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Salem, New Jersey?
$3,780 / month
for a family, 30.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $45,360 for the year for a family.
$4,067 / month
for a single person, 14.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $48,800 for the year for a single person.

Salem cost of living score
91.9
Less expensive
8.1% lower
than the US average
23.3% lower
than the New Jersey average
Salem New Jer County, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 91.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.1% lower than the U.S. average and 23.3% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Salem County, NJ

Housing costs in Salem?
A typical home costs $236,500, which is 30.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.3% less expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Salem costs $1,470 per month, which is 2.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 16.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Salem?
To live comfortably in Salem New Jer County, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $45,360 for a family, and $48,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Salem?
The cost of living in Salem, NJ County is lower than the national average. With a cost of living index of 91.9, it is 8.1 points below the US average of 100. This makes Salem an affordable place to live for many people, with a median house value of $236,500 compared to the US median house value of $338,100. In addition to being more affordable than other areas of the country, Salem offers residents access to excellent amenities and services that make it a great place to call home.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesSalemNew JerseyUnited States
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  62.9  Unlock100.0
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   100=National Average

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