salaryPeoria 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
$2,185
$1,874
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$1,915
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$98,056
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$581,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$5,743
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$106
👥 People living there
196,906
641,165
Commute to work
28.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
36.3%
53.8%
Own their home
76%
52%
Below poverty line
8.4%
12.7%
Unemployment
4%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Portland for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Portland cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in Portland to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $62,827 a year gives the same standard of living in Portland.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Portland?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $98,056 in Portland, 5% more in Peoria.