Portland, Oregon vs. Dickson, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dickson, Tennessee is 31.3% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,548 in Dickson, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dickson, Tennessee is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Dickson
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Dickson, TN
Compared to Portland, Dickson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% 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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.8% higher
  Commute
  23.8% lower
  Health
  23.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.1% lower