Salem, Oregon vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 20.1% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $39,941 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Jackson
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Salem, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% higher
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  10.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower