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WEST DES MOINES vs. SALEM
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Salem, Oregon
The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is
15.2%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$145,134
in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Salem
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Salem, OR
Compared to West Des Moines, Salem is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.2% higher
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
21.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
11.2% lower
Commute
34.8% higher
Health
9.4% lower
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Personal
4.8% higher
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