Salem, Oregon vs. Tualatin, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tualatin, Oregon is 29.8% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,914 in Tualatin, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tualatin, Oregon is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Tualatin
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Tualatin, OR
Compared to Salem, Tualatin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% higher
      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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  25.5% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher