Portland, Oregon vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 15.9% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $100,799 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Boston
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Portland, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  15.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  46.2% higher
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  1.0% lower
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  Personal
  14.0% higher
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