Newcastle, Washington vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 44.7% cheaper than Newcastle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $27,646 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Newcastle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Newcastle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Salem
than in Newcastle, Washington
Newcastle, WA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Newcastle, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.7% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% higher
  Commute
  30.5% lower
  Health
  5.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.2% lower

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