Salem, Oregon vs. Rochester, New Hampshire

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New Hampshire is 6.6% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $46,680 in Rochester, New Hampshire to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New Hampshire is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Rochester
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Rochester, NH
Compared to Salem, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.8% higher
  Commute
  9.3% lower
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher