Portland, Oregon vs. Laramie, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laramie, Wyoming is 29.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $35,045 in Laramie, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laramie, Wyoming is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Laramie
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Laramie, WY
Compared to Portland, Laramie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.2% higher
  Commute
  50.0% lower
  Health
  60.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.3% lower