St. Louis Park, Minnesota vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 4.4% cheaper than St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $47,806 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than St. Louis Park, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Salem
than in St. Louis Park, Minnesota
St. Louis Park, MN vs. Salem, OR
Compared to St. Louis Park, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.2% lower
  Commute
  6.3% lower
  Health
  22.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% lower

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