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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
$48,406
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:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
22.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
51.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
40.9% lower
Commute
6.8% higher
Health
28.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.4% lower
Cost of Food
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