Sandy, Utah vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 3.2% more expensive than Sandy, Utah.

You would need a salary of $144,474 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandy, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Sandy, Utah
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% more expensive in Portland
than in Sandy, Utah
Sandy, UT vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Sandy, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.2% lower
  Commute
  33.0% higher
  Health
  10.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% higher