Cost of Living in Portland, OR
Portland's cost of living index is 130 — 30% more expensive than the national average. Oregon has a state income tax and a statewide COL index of 113.
COL Index
130
100 = national avg
Monthly Budget
$6,500
vs $5,000 national
Population
0.7M
Metro area
State Tax
Yes
Oregon
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Estimated monthly costs in Portland vs national average for a typical household.
| Category | National Avg | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing | $1,650 | $2,393 | +$743 |
| Groceries | $650 | $806 | +$156 |
| Transportation | $800 | $1,016 | +$216 |
| Healthcare | $400 | $484 | +$84 |
| Utilities | $300 | $390 | +$90 |
| Other | $1,200 | $1,488 | +$288 |
| Total | $5,000 | $6,500 | +$1,500 |
Salary Equivalent
To maintain the same standard of living in Portland, a national-average salary translates to:
$50,000 nationally
$65,000
$75,000 nationally
$97,500
$100,000 nationally
$130,000
$150,000 nationally
$195,000