Salem, Oregon vs. Portola Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portola Valley, California is 436.1% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $482,520 in Portola Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portola Valley, California is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
865% more expensive in Portola Valley
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Portola Valley, CA
Compared to Salem, Portola Valley is:
  Homeowner
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  436.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  27.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,337.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.3% higher
  Commute
  52.1% higher
  Health
  26.5% higher
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  Personal
  24.9% higher
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