Rupert, Idaho vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 26.0% more expensive than Rupert, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $50,381 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Rupert, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Rupert, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Salem
than in Rupert, Idaho
Rupert, ID vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Rupert, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.0% 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
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  106.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  39.5% higher
  Health
  13.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher