Laramie, Wyoming vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 10.3% more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $55,172 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Laramie, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Salem
than in Laramie, Wyoming
Laramie, WY vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Laramie, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.6% lower
  Commute
  47.8% higher
  Health
  36.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher