salaryPortland is 8% cheaperBased 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
$2,109
$1,874
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,915
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$98,056
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$581,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$5,743
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$106
👥 People living there
185,604
641,165
Commute to work
26.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
40.8%
53.8%
Own their home
54.1%
52%
Below poverty line
15%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.3%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for cheaper homes, lower unemployment.
- Pick Portland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $58,630 | $105,090 | +79% in Portland |
| Plumber | $57,760 | $101,010 | +75% in Portland |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,070 | $54,780 | +52% in Portland |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $123,100 | +49% in Portland |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $73,710 | +43% in Portland |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $130,310 | +43% in Portland |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $82,330 | +41% in Portland |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,610 | $83,510 | +33% in Portland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Portland cheaper to live in?
Portland is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,874 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Portland to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $55,409 a year gives the same standard of living in Portland.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Portland?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $98,056 in Portland, 9% more in Portland.
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