Cost of Living Calculator - Ocean Shores, Washington vs Salem, Oregon


The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 8.2% more expensive than Ocean Shores, Washington.

You would need a salary of $54,123 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Ocean Shores, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Ocean Shores, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Salem
than in Ocean Shores, Washington
Ocean Shores, WA vs Salem, OR
Compared to Ocean Shores, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.6% higher
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower

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