Independence, Kentucky vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 42.1% more expensive than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $184,677 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Portland
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Independence, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.1% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  16.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.8% higher