DOL Median (Salem, MA)
$70,000
vs National
-29.4%
National: $99,100BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$47,782
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$70,000
-29.4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$99,100
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Economists in Salem, MA earns $70,000 in nominal terms, which is 29.4% below the national average of $99,100. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 146.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $47,782 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Salem, MA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Competition Dynamics, Inc. | $70,000 | 9 |
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How much does a Economists make in Salem, MA?
The median Economists salary in Salem, MA is $70,000 based on 9 DOL filings.
Is Salem, MA a good place to work as a Economists?
A Economists in Salem, MA earns 29.4% less than the national median of $99,100, or $47,782 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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