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SAN JOSE vs. PORTLAND
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San Jose, California vs. Portland, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is
38.4%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$18,474
in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Portland
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to San Jose, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
58.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.5% lower
Commute
14.0% lower
Health
15.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.0% higher
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