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BOSTON vs. PORTLAND
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Portland, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is
13.7%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$81,132
in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Portland
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Boston, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.7% lower
Child Care
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Food
6.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
30.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
31.6% lower
Commute
1.4% lower
Health
1.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.3% lower
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