Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Melba, Idaho


The cost of living in Melba, Idaho is 17.2% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $87,891 in Melba, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melba, Idaho is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Melba
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Melba, ID
Compared to Salem, Melba is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% higher
      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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  1.8% higher
  Health
  9.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower

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