Chicago, Illinois vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 23.3% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $123,277 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Portland
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Chicago, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.9% lower
  Commute
  6.2% lower
  Health
  3.0% higher
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  Personal
  5.5% higher
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