Salem, Oregon vs. Kirkwood, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kirkwood, Missouri is 4.5% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $37,617 in Kirkwood, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kirkwood, Missouri is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
20% more expensive in Kirkwood
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Kirkwood, MO
Compared to Salem, Kirkwood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% higher
  Commute
  7.9% lower
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% higher