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CHICAGO vs. SALEM
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Salem, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
4.7%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$47,672
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Salem
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Chicago, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
3.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
23.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.5% lower
Commute
30.6% lower
Health
5.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.1% lower
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