Portland, Oregon vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 34.7% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,687 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Columbus
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Portland, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.8% higher
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% lower