Alpharetta, Georgia vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 4.8% more expensive than Alpharetta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $72,228 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Alpharetta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Alpharetta, Georgia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% more expensive in Portland
than in Alpharetta, Georgia
Alpharetta, GA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Alpharetta, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% lower
  Commute
  7.6% higher
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% higher