Portland, Oregon vs. Chico, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chico, California is 13.5% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $172,961 in Chico, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chico, California is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Chico
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Chico, CA
Compared to Portland, Chico is:
  Homeowner
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  13.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  38.7% higher
  Commute
  34.6% lower
  Health
  33.3% higher
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  Personal
  9.6% lower
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