Portland, Oregon vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 23.7% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,399 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Dallas
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Portland, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.7% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.2% higher
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  8.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower