Portland, Oregon vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 27.7% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $93,965 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Tucson
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Portland, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.7% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.4% higher
  Commute
  25.6% lower
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower