San Marcos, California vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 14.8% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $85,199 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Portland
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to San Marcos, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.2% lower
  Commute
  5.7% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher