Greenfield, OH vs Salem, OH

Greenfield, OH and Salem, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Greenfield scores 61 while Salem scores 63 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Greenfield is $676/month compared to $771/month in Salem — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenfield is more affordable at $96,600 median vs $117,400.

Median household income in Greenfield is $46,513 compared to $50,250 in Salem (-7.4%). While Salem is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenfield spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18.4% in Salem.