Salem, Oregon vs. Federal Way, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Federal Way, Washington is 31.0% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $98,218 in Federal Way, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Federal Way, Washington is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Federal Way
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Federal Way, WA
Compared to Salem, Federal Way is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.0% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  54.7% higher
  Health
  5.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.6% higher