Cost of Living Calculator - Elma, Washington vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 37.3% more expensive than Elma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $68,672 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Elma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% more expensive in Portland
than in Elma, Washington
Elma, WA vs Portland, OR
Compared to Elma, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.3% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  47.4% higher
  Health
  16.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.8% higher

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