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 $91,774 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
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  69.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  15.9% lower
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  Personal
  6.9% higher
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