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SANTA_CRUZ vs. SALEM
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Salem, Oregon
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
49.7%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$37,740
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Salem
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa_Cruz, CA vs Salem, OR
Compared to Santa_Cruz, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.7% lower
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10.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
68.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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15.2% lower
Commute
13.0% lower
Health
15.0% lower
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Personal
8.7% lower
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