Salem, Oregon vs. South Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Tucson, Arizona is 16.6% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $41,699 in South Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in South Tucson
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. South Tucson, AZ
Compared to Salem, South Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.6% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.8% higher
  Commute
  2.5% higher
  Health
  8.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher