Cost of Living Calculator - Elma, Washington vs Salem, Oregon


The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 6.2% more expensive than Elma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $79,669 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Elma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Salem
than in Elma, Washington
Elma, WA vs Salem, OR
Compared to Elma, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  9.1% higher
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower

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