Portland, Oregon vs. Ocean Shores, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ocean Shores, Washington is 28.5% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $35,725 in Ocean Shores, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ocean Shores, Washington is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Ocean Shores
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Ocean Shores, WA
Compared to Portland, Ocean Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.5% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% lower
  Commute
  32.4% lower
  Health
  20.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% lower