Cost of Living In Portland, Oregon - Is Portland Cheap Place To Live?

How expensive is it to live in Portland, Oregon?
Is it very expensive to live in Portland, Oregon? How much money do you need to live comfortably in Portland? Let's find out. The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. An amount below 100 means Portland, Oregon is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Portland, Oregon is more expensive. Portland, Oregon cost of living is 126. Which is 26% higher than US average.
Median Home Cost
$438500
91% NAT AVG.
Median Income
$73159
8% NAT AVG.
Median Rent
$1325
14% NAT AVG.
Cost Of Living
126
26% NAT AVG.
Cost of Living
Expense Portland Oregon National Avg.
Services 122 119 100
Groceries 114 114 100
Health 117 118 100
Housing 151 122 100
Transportation 129 128 100
Utilities 90 88 100
Cost of Living
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