Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Akron, Ohio


The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 32.7% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $39,033 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Akron
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Akron, OH
Compared to Salem, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% higher
  Commute
  16.4% lower
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower

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