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TACOMA vs. SALEM
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Tacoma, Washington vs. Salem, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
13.2%
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$43,390
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Salem
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Tacoma, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.2% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
8.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.0% higher
Commute
19.4% lower
Health
5.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
17.8% lower
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