Salem, Oregon vs. Thompson Falls, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Thompson Falls, Montana is 14.5% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $42,773 in Thompson Falls, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thompson Falls, Montana is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
56% cheaper in Thompson Falls
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Thompson Falls, MT
Compared to Salem, Thompson Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  7.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower