Ferndale, Michigan vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 36.8% more expensive than Ferndale, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $98,479 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Ferndale, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Ferndale, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Portland
than in Ferndale, Michigan
Ferndale, MI vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Ferndale, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% 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
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  136.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% lower
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher