Portland, Oregon vs. Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 30.8% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $34,592 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Elgin
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Portland, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.7% higher
  Commute
  30.0% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
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  Personal
  7.9% lower
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