Newton, Massachusetts vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 36.3% cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $79,606 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Portland
than in Newton, Massachusetts
Newton, MA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Newton, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.3% 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
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.3% lower
  Commute
  30.7% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% lower