Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Waconia, Minnesota


The cost of living in Waconia, Minnesota is 8.0% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $54,004 in Waconia, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waconia, Minnesota is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Waconia
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Waconia, MN
Compared to Salem, Waconia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.1% higher
  Commute
  13.2% higher
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% higher

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