Salem, Oregon vs. New Braunfels, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Braunfels, Texas is 2.9% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $48,535 in New Braunfels, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Braunfels, Texas is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in New Braunfels
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. New Braunfels, TX
Compared to Salem, New Braunfels is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.7% higher
  Commute
  14.7% lower
  Health
  10.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher