Salem, Oregon vs. Hot Springs, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hot Springs, South Dakota is 11.9% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $42,281 in Hot Springs, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hot Springs, South Dakota is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Hot Springs
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Hot Springs, SD
Compared to Salem, Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.6% higher
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  59.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher