Wasilla, Alaska vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 8.9% cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $68,327 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Wasilla, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
32% cheaper in Salem
than in Wasilla, Alaska
Wasilla, AK vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Wasilla, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.9% 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
  25.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.5% lower
  Commute
  20.8% lower
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% lower