Blaine, Washington vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 8.7% cheaper than Blaine, Washington.

You would need a salary of $68,510 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Blaine, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Blaine, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Salem
than in Blaine, Washington
Blaine, WA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Blaine, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  9.2% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% lower

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