Portland, Oregon vs. Reno, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reno, Nevada is 8.6% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $21,020 in Reno, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reno, Nevada is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% cheaper in Reno
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Reno, NV
Compared to Portland, Reno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.6% higher
  Commute
  27.5% lower
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower