Cost of Living Calculator - Providence, Rhode Island vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 22.5% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $208,166 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Portland
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs Portland, OR
Compared to Providence, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.5% 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)
  99.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.8% lower
  Commute
  16.6% higher
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower

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