Alexandria, Virginia vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 5.6% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $122,680 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Portland
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Alexandria, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% lower
      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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.9% lower
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher