Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Oregon vs Ruston, Washington


The cost of living in Ruston, Washington is 7.3% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,625 in Ruston, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruston, Washington is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Ruston
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs Ruston, WA
Compared to Portland, Ruston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% higher
      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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  7.0% lower
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher

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