Salem, Oregon vs. Melrose, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melrose, Minnesota is 20.4% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $39,795 in Melrose, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melrose, Minnesota is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Melrose
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Melrose, MN
Compared to Salem, Melrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.4% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  14.4% lower
  Health
  18.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher