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PORTLAND vs. LOS ANGELES
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Portland, Oregon vs. Los Angeles, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
33.1%
more expensive
than Portland, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$372,628
in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is
more expensive
than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Portland, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
64.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.3% higher
Commute
27.3% higher
Health
0.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.7% lower
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