Cost of Living in South Salem, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.9
100 = national avg
-2.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,058
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,774
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.1
Food102.5
Transportation105.1
Healthcare102.0
Utilities99.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$882
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,057
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Salem is 97.9, which is 2.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,058 per year to cover basic expenses.