Salem, Oregon vs. Custer, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Custer, South Dakota is 3.8% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $96,191 in Custer, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Custer, South Dakota is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Custer
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Custer, SD
Compared to Salem, Custer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% higher
  Commute
  4.6% lower
  Health
  56.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher