Portland, Oregon vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 38.4% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $18,467 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Portland, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.4% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.4% higher
  Commute
  25.7% lower
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% lower