Independence, Missouri vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 19.8% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $59,883 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
123% more expensive in Salem
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Independence, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  130.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  4.1% higher
  Health
  9.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower