Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 31.3% more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $114,274 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Portland
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Valparaiso, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% higher
      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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.9% lower
  Commute
  16.5% higher
  Health
  0.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher