Portland, Oregon vs. Falmouth, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Falmouth, Massachusetts is 18.7% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $59,366 in Falmouth, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Falmouth, Massachusetts is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Falmouth
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Falmouth, MA
Compared to Portland, Falmouth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  46.7% higher
  Commute
  23.5% lower
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower