Columbia, Maryland vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 11.9% more expensive than Columbia, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $156,686 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Portland
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Columbia, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  11.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  27.2% lower
  Commute
  20.4% higher
  Health
  4.7% higher
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  Personal
  4.7% lower
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