Salem, MO vs St. George, MO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Salem is 18.7% cheaper than St. George. With a cost index of 58 vs 71, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Salem to St. George should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Salem is $593/month compared to $850/month in St. George — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Salem is more affordable at $97,200 median vs $149,800.

Median household income in Salem is $39,200 compared to $72,974 in St. George (-46.3%). While St. George is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Salem spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 14% in St. George.