Seattle, Washington vs. Portland, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Texas is 46.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $26,549 in Portland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Texas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Portland
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Portland, TX
Compared to Seattle, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.9% lower
      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
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.3% higher
  Commute
  38.8% lower
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% lower