Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Oregon vs Galveston, Texas


The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 29.2% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,078 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Galveston
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs Galveston, TX
Compared to Portland, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  40.1% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower

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