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PORTLAND vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison

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

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 18.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $54,349 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Chicago
than in Portland, Oregon

Portland, OR vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Portland, Chicago is:

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18.9% lower

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6.3% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

45.4% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

16.1% higher

Commute

6.6% higher

Health

2.9% lower

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Personal

5.2% lower

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