Portland, Oregon vs. Powell, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Powell, Alabama is 45.8% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $43,384 in Powell, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Powell, Alabama is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Powell
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Powell, AL
Compared to Portland, Powell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.8% 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
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.7% higher
  Commute
  43.5% lower
  Health
  30.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% lower

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