Cost of Living Calculator - Le Mars, Iowa vs Salem, Oregon


The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 32.1% more expensive than Le Mars, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $99,097 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Le Mars, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Le Mars, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Salem
than in Le Mars, Iowa
Le Mars, IA vs Salem, OR
Compared to Le Mars, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.1% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  58.1% higher
  Health
  5.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower

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