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SALEM vs. SEATTLE
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Salem, Oregon vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
63.9%
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$90,127
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
106% more expensive in Seattle
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Salem, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.9% higher
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Renter
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Food
8.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
152.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.2% lower
Commute
43.1% higher
Health
5.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
25.9% higher
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