Portland, Oregon vs. Battle Ground, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Ground, Washington is 3.5% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $77,160 in Battle Ground, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Ground, Washington is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
21% cheaper in Battle Ground
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Battle Ground, WA
Compared to Portland, Battle Ground is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  0.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower