salaryPortland is 7% 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
$3,405
$1,874
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,915
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$98,056
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$581,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$5,743
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$106
👥 People living there
311,690
641,165
Commute to work
24.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
70.6%
53.8%
Own their home
44.5%
52%
Below poverty line
10.8%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Portland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $54,780 | +53% in Portland |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $105,090 | +42% in Portland |
| Plumber | $71,110 | $101,010 | +42% in Portland |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $97,200 | -20% in Portland |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $155,330 | -20% in Portland |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $82,330 | -19% in Portland |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $56,240 | +18% in Portland |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $85,170 | -13% in Portland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Portland cheaper to live in?
Portland is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,874 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Portland to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $55,697 a year gives the same standard of living in Portland.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Portland?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $98,056 in Portland, 50% more in Irvine.