Rochester, Minnesota vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 43.1% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $71,568 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Portland
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Rochester, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.1% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.9% lower
  Commute
  74.8% higher
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher