Salem, Oregon vs. Fresno, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fresno, California is 0.9% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $37,325 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
41% more expensive in Fresno
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Salem, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.7% higher
  Commute
  5.8% higher
  Health
  0.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher