Portland, Oregon vs. Fort Collins, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Collins, Colorado is 11.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $52,885 in Fort Collins, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Collins, Colorado is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Fort Collins
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Fort Collins, CO
Compared to Portland, Fort Collins is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  32.7% lower
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% lower