Portland, Oregon vs. Royal Oak, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Oak, Michigan is 23.3% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $38,369 in Royal Oak, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Oak, Michigan is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Royal Oak
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Royal Oak, MI
Compared to Portland, Royal Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.3% higher
  Commute
  12.3% lower
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower