Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Laurel, Mississippi


The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 29.7% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $35,156 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Laurel
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Laurel, MS
Compared to Salem, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.7% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.0% higher
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  10.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower

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