Salem, Indiana vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 26.3% more expensive than Salem, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $63,132 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Salem, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
145% more expensive in Salem, OR
than in Salem, Indiana
Salem, IN vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Salem, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.3% 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
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  142.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% lower
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  5.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher

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