Elyria, Ohio vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 35.8% more expensive than Elyria, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $73,337 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Elyria, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Elyria, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
156% more expensive in Salem
than in Elyria, Ohio
Elyria, OH vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Elyria, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% higher
      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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  173.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% lower
  Commute
  34.0% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower