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PALMER vs. PORTLAND
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palmer, Alaska vs Portland, Oregon

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 15.2% more expensive than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $48,398 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Palmer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Portland
than in Palmer, Alaska

Palmer, AK vs Portland, OR

Compared to Palmer, Portland is:

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15.2% higher

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22.9% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

51.0% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

40.9% lower

Commute

6.8% higher

Health

28.8% lower

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Personal

3.4% lower

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