Portland, Oregon vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 53.7% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $76,850 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
136% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Portland, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  53.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  116.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.0% higher
  Commute
  14.9% lower
  Health
  20.5% higher
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  Personal
  7.7% lower
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