Portales, New Mexico vs. Forest Grove, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Forest Grove, Oregon is 78.1% more expensive than Portales, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $89,044 in Forest Grove, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Portales, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forest Grove, Oregon is more expensive than Portales, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
313% more expensive in Forest Grove
than in Portales, New Mexico
Portales, NM vs. Forest Grove, OR
Compared to Portales, Forest Grove is:
  Homeowner
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  78.1% higher
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  Food
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  163.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.3% lower
  Commute
  89.6% higher
  Health
  4.3% higher
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  Personal
  13.1% higher
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