Salem, Oregon vs. Grand Marais, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Marais, Minnesota is 11.2% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $44,385 in Grand Marais, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Marais, Minnesota is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Grand Marais
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Grand Marais, MN
Compared to Salem, Grand Marais is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.6% higher
  Commute
  31.5% lower
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% higher