Seattle, Washington vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 21.1% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $63,123 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Portland
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Seattle, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.1% higher
  Commute
  5.5% lower
  Health
  2.7% higher
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  Personal
  5.7% lower
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