Portland, Oregon vs. Kalamazoo, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kalamazoo, Michigan is 36.6% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $60,200 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kalamazoo, Michigan is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Kalamazoo
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Kalamazoo, MI
Compared to Portland, Kalamazoo is:
  Homeowner
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  36.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.0% higher
  Commute
  29.6% lower
  Health
  0.9% higher
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  Personal
  20.6% lower
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