Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Montrose, Colorado


The cost of living in Montrose, Colorado is 7.7% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $69,219 in Montrose, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montrose, Colorado is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% cheaper in Montrose
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Montrose, CO
Compared to Salem, Montrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.0% higher
  Commute
  27.7% lower
  Health
  13.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher

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