Laurel, Virginia vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 15.6% more expensive than Laurel, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $57,788 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Laurel, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Salem
than in Laurel, Virginia
Laurel, VA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Laurel, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.1% lower
  Commute
  18.2% higher
  Health
  5.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% lower