Newport News, Virginia vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 12.2% more expensive than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $56,079 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Newport News, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Salem
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Newport News, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.3% lower
  Commute
  0.9% lower
  Health
  8.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower