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SALEM vs. PALM DESERT
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Salem, Oregon vs. Palm Desert, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
20.6%
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$104,324
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Salem, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.6% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
25.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
39.2% higher
Commute
30.9% higher
Health
5.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.2% higher
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