Cost of Living Calculator - Pullman, Washington vs Salem, Oregon


The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 5.8% more expensive than Pullman, Washington.

You would need a salary of $79,339 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Pullman, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Pullman, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
54% more expensive in Salem
than in Pullman, Washington
Pullman, WA vs Salem, OR
Compared to Pullman, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  54.3% higher
  Health
  3.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher

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