Phoenix, Arizona vs. St. Helens, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Helens, Oregon is 3.6% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $47,650 in St. Helens, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Helens, Oregon is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
16% more expensive in St. Helens
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. St. Helens, OR
Compared to Phoenix, St. Helens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% higher
      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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.8% lower
  Commute
  16.2% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower