Palmer, Alaska vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 10.9% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $44,560 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
41% cheaper in Salem
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Palmer, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% 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
  25.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.3% lower
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% lower

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