Salem, Oregon vs. Conroe, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Conroe, Texas is 7.1% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $105,873 in Conroe, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Conroe, Texas is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Conroe
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Conroe, TX
Compared to Salem, Conroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% higher
  Commute
  4.0% lower
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher