Salem, Oregon vs. Bellevue, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellevue, Idaho is 10.2% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $55,078 in Bellevue, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellevue, Idaho is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Bellevue
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Bellevue, ID
Compared to Salem, Bellevue is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.2% higher
  Commute
  23.8% lower
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher