Olathe, Kansas vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 0.7% cheaper than Olathe, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $99,321 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Olathe, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Olathe, Kansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
18% cheaper in Salem
than in Olathe, Kansas
Olathe, KS vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Olathe, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.0% lower
  Commute
  11.2% higher
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.1% lower