Portland, Oregon vs. Dana Point, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dana Point, California is 54.7% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $154,683 in Dana Point, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dana Point, California is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
153% more expensive in Dana Point
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Dana Point, CA
Compared to Portland, Dana Point is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.7% higher
      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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.0% higher
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower