Dana Point, California vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 35.4% cheaper than Dana Point, California.

You would need a salary of $32,324 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Dana Point, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Dana Point, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Portland
than in Dana Point, California
Dana Point, CA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Dana Point, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.4% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.5% lower
  Commute
  11.7% higher
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher