Portland, Oregon vs. Elk Grove, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk Grove, California is 3.3% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $87,825 in Elk Grove, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Grove, California is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Elk Grove
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Elk Grove, CA
Compared to Portland, Elk Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.4% higher
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower