Salem, Oregon vs. Rome, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rome, Georgia is 21.0% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $39,502 in Rome, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rome, Georgia is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Rome
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Rome, GA
Compared to Salem, Rome is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.0% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.3% higher
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher