Salem, Oregon vs. West Yellowstone, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Yellowstone, Montana is 17.2% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $117,188 in West Yellowstone, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Yellowstone, Montana is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in West Yellowstone
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. West Yellowstone, MT
Compared to Salem, West Yellowstone is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% higher
      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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% higher
  Commute
  20.2% lower
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher