Midland, Texas vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 11.7% more expensive than Midland, Texas.

You would need a salary of $264,654 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Midland, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Midland, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% more expensive in Salem
than in Midland, Texas
Midland, TX vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Midland, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.1% lower
  Commute
  29.0% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower