Portland, Oregon vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 36.2% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $44,675 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Columbia
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Portland, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  36.3% higher
  Commute
  41.2% lower
  Health
  27.3% higher
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  Personal
  9.9% lower
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