Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 10.0% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $49,495 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Salem
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Idaho Falls, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.0% 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
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  29.2% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher