Portland, Oregon vs. Jerome, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jerome, Idaho is 32.3% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $54,199 in Jerome, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jerome, Idaho is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Jerome
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Jerome, ID
Compared to Portland, Jerome is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.3% 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
  12.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.4% higher
  Commute
  45.6% lower
  Health
  20.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.0% lower