Salem, Oregon vs. Goodyear, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Goodyear, Arizona is 13.1% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $56,543 in Goodyear, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Goodyear, Arizona is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Goodyear
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Goodyear, AZ
Compared to Salem, Goodyear is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.5% higher
  Commute
  24.2% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher