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SALEM vs. DETROIT
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Salem, Oregon vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
13.4%
cheaper
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$51,973
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
cheaper
than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Detroit
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Salem, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.4% lower
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Food
11.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
81.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.1% higher
Commute
85.5% higher
Health
11.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% higher
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