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SANTA MARIA vs. SALEM
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Santa Maria, California vs. Salem, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
15.7%
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California.
You would need a salary of
$84,349
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Salem
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Santa Maria, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
26.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.7% lower
Commute
0.9% higher
Health
18.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.1% lower
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