Cost of Living Calculator - Helena, Alabama vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 31.7% more expensive than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $65,871 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Helena, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Portland
than in Helena, Alabama
Helena, AL vs Portland, OR
Compared to Helena, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.9% lower
  Commute
  30.0% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher

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