Salem, Oregon vs. Payson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Payson, Arizona is 3.8% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $37,515 in Payson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Payson, Arizona is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Payson
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Payson, AZ
Compared to Salem, Payson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.7% higher
  Commute
  23.0% lower
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher