Salem, Oregon vs. Marion, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, New York is 16.2% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $62,842 in Marion, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, New York is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Marion
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Marion, NY
Compared to Salem, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.1% higher
  Commute
  1.7% higher
  Health
  17.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher

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