Portland, Oregon vs. Melbourne, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Kentucky is 32.5% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $33,761 in Melbourne, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Kentucky is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Melbourne, KY
Compared to Portland, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.5% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% higher
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  18.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower