Salem, Oregon vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 22.6% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $58,081 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Abilene
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Salem, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.6% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.0% higher
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  25.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower