Glen Allen, Virginia vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 4.4% cheaper than Glen Allen, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $65,016 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Glen Allen, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Glen Allen, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% cheaper in Salem
than in Glen Allen, Virginia
Glen Allen, VA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Glen Allen, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.2% lower
  Commute
  14.0% higher
  Health
  5.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower