salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,874
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$143
👥 People living there
641,165
307,284
Commute to work
24.1 min
21.1 min
College degree
53.8%
43.8%
Own their home
52%
52.9%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $39,350 | -54% in St. Paul |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $54,780 | $25,920 | -53% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $81,890 | -22% in St. Paul |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $83,510 | $65,660 | -21% in St. Paul |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $103,040 | -21% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $65,260 | $77,490 | +19% in St. Paul |
| Software Developer | $156,000 | $130,920 | -16% in St. Paul |
| Nurse Practitioner | $158,890 | $133,370 | -16% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Portland and St. Paul cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $59,659 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Portland or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $79,155 in St. Paul, 24% more in Portland.