Portland, Oregon vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 105.4% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $308,044 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
208% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Portland, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  105.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  304.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  19.2% higher
  Health
  0.4% lower
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  Personal
  8.2% lower
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