Wichita Falls, Texas vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 35.3% more expensive than Wichita Falls, Texas.

You would need a salary of $67,635 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Wichita Falls, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Wichita Falls, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
177% more expensive in Salem
than in Wichita Falls, Texas
Wichita Falls, TX vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Wichita Falls, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.3% 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
  11.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  195.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.0% lower
  Commute
  46.0% higher
  Health
  28.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher