Elmhurst, Illinois vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 6.3% more expensive than Elmhurst, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $106,345 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Elmhurst, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Elmhurst, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Portland
than in Elmhurst, Illinois
Elmhurst, IL vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Elmhurst, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.7% lower
  Commute
  7.4% higher
  Health
  4.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher