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PALO ALTO vs. PORTLAND
Cost of Living Comparison
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Palo Alto, California vs. Portland, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is
69.4%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$64,242
in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Portland
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Palo Alto, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
69.4% lower
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Food
16.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
85.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.1% lower
Commute
7.6% lower
Health
15.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.9% higher
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