Salem, Oregon vs. La Crosse, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in La Crosse, Wisconsin is 17.6% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $59,344 in La Crosse, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, La Crosse, Wisconsin is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in La Crosse
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. La Crosse, WI
Compared to Salem, La Crosse is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.7% higher
  Commute
  22.9% lower
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher