Salem, Massachusetts vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 5.9% more expensive than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $58,256 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Portland
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Salem, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  26.1% higher
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher