Cost of Living Calculator - Merlin, Oregon vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 19.7% more expensive than Merlin, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $89,783 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Merlin, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Merlin, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Portland
than in Merlin, Oregon
Merlin, OR vs Portland, OR
Compared to Merlin, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.7% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  65.7% higher
  Health
  10.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.7% higher

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