Salem, Oregon vs. West Palm Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Palm Beach, Florida is 5.5% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $105,469 in West Palm Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Palm Beach, Florida is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% more expensive in West Palm Beach
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. West Palm Beach, FL
Compared to Salem, West Palm Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.4% higher
  Commute
  32.6% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% higher