Salem, Oregon vs. Kirksville, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kirksville, Missouri is 27.8% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $36,084 in Kirksville, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kirksville, Missouri is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Kirksville
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Kirksville, MO
Compared to Salem, Kirksville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.8% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.1% higher
  Commute
  33.5% lower
  Health
  31.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower