Santa Monica, California vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 51.3% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $60,868 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Portland
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Santa Monica, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  16.1% lower
  Health
  0.4% higher
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  Personal
  9.0% higher
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