Swarthmore, Pennsylvania vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 17.8% more expensive than Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $94,235 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Swarthmore, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Portland
than in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania
Swarthmore, PA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Swarthmore, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  17.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.5% lower
  Commute
  11.8% higher
  Health
  10.3% lower
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  Personal
  8.1% higher
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