Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Athens, Alabama


The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 15.8% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $75,762 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Athens
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Athens, AL
Compared to Salem, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.6% higher
  Commute
  21.5% lower
  Health
  33.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher

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