Portland, Oregon vs. Davidson, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Davidson, North Carolina is 11.8% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $79,396 in Davidson, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Davidson, North Carolina is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
25% cheaper in Davidson
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Davidson, NC
Compared to Portland, Davidson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.0% higher
  Commute
  26.4% lower
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower