Nampa, Idaho vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 1.5% cheaper than Nampa, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $51,261 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Nampa, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Nampa, Idaho
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
13% cheaper in Salem
than in Nampa, Idaho
Nampa, ID vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Nampa, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  7.6% higher
  Health
  8.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher