salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Portland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,874
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,915
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$98,056
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$581,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$5,743
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$106
👥 People living there
397,742
641,165
Commute to work
26.6 min
24.1 min
College degree
32.6%
53.8%
Own their home
54.3%
52%
Below poverty line
12.9%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Portland for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $54,780 | +127% in Portland |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $105,090 | +78% in Portland |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $101,010 | +65% in Portland |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $73,710 | +51% in Portland |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $85,170 | +31% in Portland |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $50,350 | +31% in Portland |
| Medical Assistant | $43,100 | $56,240 | +30% in Portland |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $83,510 | +30% in Portland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Portland cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Portland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Portland to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,357 a year gives the same standard of living in Portland.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Portland?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $98,056 in Portland, 17% more in Portland.