Salem, Oregon vs. Nampa, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Nampa, Idaho is 1.6% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $50,781 in Nampa, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Nampa, Idaho is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
15% more expensive in Nampa
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Nampa, ID
Compared to Salem, Nampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% higher
  Commute
  7.1% lower
  Health
  9.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower