Portland, Oregon vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 22.7% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $72,970 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Salem
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Portland, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  26.0% lower
  Health
  2.4% higher
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  Personal
  15.7% lower
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