Rochester, New York vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 59.1% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $278,486 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
310% more expensive in Portland
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Rochester, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.1% higher
      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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  458.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.6% lower
  Commute
  43.4% higher
  Health
  15.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher