Portland, Oregon vs. Carnation, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carnation, Washington is 27.3% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $89,139 in Carnation, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carnation, Washington is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Carnation
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Carnation, WA
Compared to Portland, Carnation is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.3% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  12.0% higher
  Health
  2.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher