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SEATTLE vs. SALEM
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs Salem, Oregon

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 39.0% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $36,615 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Salem
than in Seattle, Washington

Seattle, WA vs Salem, OR

Compared to Seattle, Salem is:

Homeowner

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39.0% lower

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7.7% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

60.5% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

15.3% higher

Commute

30.1% lower

Health

5.2% higher

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Personal

20.6% lower

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