Portland, Oregon vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 27.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $36,065 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Houston
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Portland, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.9% 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
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.8% higher
  Commute
  8.4% lower
  Health
  5.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% lower