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AUSTIN vs. SALEM
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Austin, Texas vs. Salem, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
20.9%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$118,702
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Salem
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Austin, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
23.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
20.0% lower
Commute
12.6% lower
Health
8.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.0% lower
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