Austin, Texas vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 2.3% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $138,130 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% more expensive in Portland
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Austin, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.4% lower
  Commute
  18.2% higher
  Health
  10.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% higher

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