Arroyo Grande, California vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 33.1% cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $68,556 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Salem
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower