Portland, Oregon vs. Rock Springs, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rock Springs, Wyoming is 29.4% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $35,310 in Rock Springs, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rock Springs, Wyoming is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Rock Springs
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Rock Springs, WY
Compared to Portland, Rock Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.4% 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
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% higher
  Commute
  41.0% lower
  Health
  61.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower