Springfield, Oregon vs. Merced, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merced, California is 4.3% more expensive than Springfield, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $52,170 in Merced, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merced, California is more expensive than Springfield, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
38% more expensive in Merced
than in Springfield, Oregon
Springfield, OR vs. Merced, CA
Compared to Springfield, Merced is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% higher
      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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.6% higher
  Commute
  10.7% higher
  Health
  26.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher