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


The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 11.2% cheaper than Rainier, Washington.

You would need a salary of $62,168 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Rainier, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Rainier, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Salem
than in Rainier, Washington
Rainier, WA vs Salem, OR
Compared to Rainier, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower

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