Salem, Oregon vs. New Orleans, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is 0.8% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $49,609 in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Salem, New Orleans is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  37.9% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher