Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Oregon vs Athens, Louisiana


The cost of living in Athens, Louisiana is 37.8% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $31,080 in Athens, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Louisiana is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Athens
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs Athens, LA
Compared to Portland, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.8% lower
      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
  15.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% higher
  Commute
  33.6% lower
  Health
  40.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.7% lower

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