Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Desert Hot Springs, California


The cost of living in Desert Hot Springs, California is 7.1% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $160,693 in Desert Hot Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Desert Hot Springs, California is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% more expensive in Desert Hot Springs
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Desert Hot Springs, CA
Compared to Salem, Desert Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.6% higher
  Commute
  50.2% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% higher

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