Salem, Oregon vs. South Haven, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Haven, Michigan is 6.4% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $46,777 in South Haven, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Haven, Michigan is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in South Haven
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. South Haven, MI
Compared to Salem, South Haven is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.3% higher
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher