Salem, Oregon vs. Elko, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elko, Nevada is 0.7% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $74,487 in Elko, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elko, Nevada is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
34% more expensive in Elko
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Elko, NV
Compared to Salem, Elko is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% 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
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% higher
  Commute
  3.6% lower
  Health
  34.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher