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PORTLAND vs. SALEM
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Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Oregon vs Salem, Oregon
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
22.7%
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$251,334
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Salem
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs Salem, OR
Compared to Portland, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
32.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
26.0% lower
Health
2.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.7% lower
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