West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 15.2% cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $0 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Salem
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to West Des Moines, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  15.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  34.8% higher
  Health
  9.4% lower
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  Personal
  4.8% higher
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