Portland, Oregon vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 9.1% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $81,798 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Portland, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  40.1% higher
  Commute
  18.3% higher
  Health
  9.9% higher
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  Personal
  4.9% lower
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