Salem, Oregon vs. Decatur, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Illinois is 33.1% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $33,447 in Decatur, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Illinois is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Decatur
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Decatur, IL
Compared to Salem, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% 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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.7% higher
  Commute
  27.2% lower
  Health
  19.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower