Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 20.6% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $84,429 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Salem
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Indianapolis, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.6% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  97.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  5.8% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower