Portland, Oregon vs. Bellingham, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 6.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $46,526 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Bellingham
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Bellingham, WA
Compared to Portland, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
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  6.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  36.9% lower
  Health
  7.3% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% lower
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