Portland, Oregon vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 17.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $26,600 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Portland, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  27.4% higher
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  2.1% higher
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  Personal
  11.6% lower
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