Salem, Oregon vs. Gilbert, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gilbert, Arizona is 19.8% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $283,983 in Gilbert, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gilbert, Arizona is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Gilbert
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Gilbert, AZ
Compared to Salem, Gilbert is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% 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)
  17.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.6% higher
  Commute
  22.9% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher