Santa Maria, California vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 9.1% more expensive than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $54,530 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Santa Maria, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% more expensive in Portland
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Santa Maria, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  9.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  13.1% lower
  Commute
  36.4% higher
  Health
  20.0% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.2% higher
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