Salem, Oregon vs. Parsons, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Parsons, Kansas is 37.7% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $31,152 in Parsons, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Parsons, Kansas is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Parsons
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Parsons, KS
Compared to Salem, Parsons is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.7% 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
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.6% higher
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower