salaryGlendale is 5% 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
$1,864
$1,874
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$1,915
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$98,056
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$581,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$5,743
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$106
👥 People living there
252,833
641,165
Commute to work
27.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
24.3%
53.8%
Own their home
57.2%
52%
Below poverty line
15.1%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Portland cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in Portland to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $62,827 a year gives the same standard of living in Portland.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Portland?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $98,056 in Portland, 19% more in Portland.