Meridian, Idaho vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 13.6% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $72,587 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Salem
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Meridian, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  6.3% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% lower