| | Portland, OR | Virginia Beach, VA | United States |
| Overall | 127.7 | 104.8 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 103.7 | 100.3 | 100 |
| Health | 90.6 | 105.2 | 100 |
| Housing | 184.1 | 109.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $537,200 | $370,800 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 7,990.0% | 9,710.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 129.9 | 98.0 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 140.1 | 140.8 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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