Salem, Oregon vs. Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is 4.5% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $71,631 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
39% cheaper in Pigeon Forge
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Pigeon Forge, TN
Compared to Salem, Pigeon Forge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.8% higher
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  6.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower