Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Forrest City, Arkansas


The cost of living in Forrest City, Arkansas is 35.5% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $48,359 in Forrest City, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forrest City, Arkansas is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Forrest City
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Forrest City, AR
Compared to Salem, Forrest City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.5% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.3% higher
  Commute
  30.1% lower
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower

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