Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Oregon vs Monroe, Louisiana


The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 39.0% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $58,586 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Monroe
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs Monroe, LA
Compared to Portland, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.0% 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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  35.5% lower
  Health
  44.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower

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