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SALEM vs. TACOMA
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Salem, Oregon vs. Tacoma, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
15.2%
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$153,211
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Salem, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.2% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
9.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.5% lower
Commute
24.1% higher
Health
4.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
21.7% higher
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