Cost of Living in Portland
United States • Pop: 0.7M
Portland offers no sales tax with a creative culture and outdoor access.
No sales taxCreative cultureOutdoor accessFood scene
Cost
Index
Index
68
Rent
Index
Index
65
Avg Net Salary
$4,100/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
68
32% cheaperRent
65
35% cheaperGroceries
92
8% cheaperRestaurants
90
10% cheaperTransport
85
15% cheaperUtilities
88
12% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Portland to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $34,000 | Save $16,000 |
| $75,000 | $51,000 | Save $24,000 |
| $100,000 | $68,000 | Save $32,000 |
| $125,000 | $85,000 | Save $40,000 |
| $150,000 | $102,000 | Save $48,000 |
| $200,000 | $136,000 | Save $64,000 |
Living in Portland: What to Expect
Portland has a cost of living index of 68, meaning it is 32% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Portland is approximately $4,100 ($4,100 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 65
- Groceries: Index of 92
- Restaurants: Index of 90
- Transport: Index of 85
- Utilities: Index of 88
Key highlights: No sales tax, Creative culture, Outdoor access, Food scene.
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