Salem, Oregon vs. Oregon City, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oregon City, Oregon is 29.4% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $64,697 in Oregon City, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oregon City, Oregon is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Oregon City
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Oregon City, OR
Compared to Salem, Oregon City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.4% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  38.1% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% higher