Boulder, Colorado vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 21.0% cheaper than Boulder, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $39,499 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Boulder, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Boulder, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Portland
than in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder, CO vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Boulder, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  21.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  36.4% higher
  Health
  6.0% higher
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  Personal
  4.7% higher
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