Akron, Ohio vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 92.2% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $143,738 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
406% more expensive in Portland
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Akron, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  92.2% 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
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  530.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  61.8% higher
  Health
  3.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.6% higher