Portland, Oregon vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 33.7% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $33,157 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Salem
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Portland, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  28.4% higher
  Commute
  41.9% lower
  Health
  22.6% higher
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  Personal
  9.9% lower
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