Cost of Living Calculator - New Salem, North Dakota vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 61.1% more expensive than New Salem, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $80,535 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in New Salem, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than New Salem, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
202% more expensive in Portland
than in New Salem, North Dakota
New Salem, ND vs Portland, OR
Compared to New Salem, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.1% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  189.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.0% lower
  Commute
  50.5% higher
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher

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