Blaine, Washington vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 18.1% more expensive than Blaine, Washington.

You would need a salary of $131,101 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Blaine, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Blaine, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Portland
than in Blaine, Washington
Blaine, WA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Blaine, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.3% higher
  Commute
  47.6% higher
  Health
  6.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher