Santa Maria, California vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 15.7% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $63,262 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Salem
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Santa Maria, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  15.7% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
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  Personal
  7.1% lower
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