Cost of Living Calculator - North Chicago, Illinois vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 68.2% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $126,175 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
275% more expensive in Portland
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs Portland, OR
Compared to North Chicago, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  68.2% 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
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  331.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.0% lower
  Commute
  79.4% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher

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