Independence, Oregon vs. Watertown, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Watertown, South Dakota is 17.7% cheaper than Independence, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $41,165 in Watertown, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watertown, South Dakota is cheaper than Independence, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Watertown
than in Independence, Oregon
Independence, OR vs. Watertown, SD
Compared to Independence, Watertown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  43.4% lower
  Health
  30.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher