Washington, District of Columbia vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 32.0% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $33,997 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Salem
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Washington, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.2% lower
  Commute
  29.0% lower
  Health
  2.8% lower
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  Personal
  9.7% lower
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