Akron, Ohio vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 48.6% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,017 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
276% more expensive in Salem
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Akron, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.6% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  324.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  19.7% higher
  Health
  6.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher