Richmond, Virginia vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 37.8% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $13,777 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Portland
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Richmond, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.8% 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
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  95.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.2% lower
  Commute
  55.6% higher
  Health
  8.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher