Portland, Oregon vs. Polson, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Polson, Montana is 24.8% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $46,640 in Polson, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Polson, Montana is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% cheaper in Polson
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Polson, MT
Compared to Portland, Polson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.8% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  42.2% lower
  Health
  10.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% lower