Ellensburg, Washington vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 28.7% more expensive than Ellensburg, Washington.

You would need a salary of $64,334 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Ellensburg, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Ellensburg, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Portland
than in Ellensburg, Washington
Ellensburg, WA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Ellensburg, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.7% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  80.2% higher
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.0% higher