salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,874
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$105
👥 People living there
641,165
195,300
Commute to work
24.1 min
23.2 min
College degree
53.8%
32.3%
Own their home
52%
50.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
10.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Vancouver for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $130,310 | 0% in Vancouver |
| Nurse Practitioner | $158,890 | $158,890 | 0% in Vancouver |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $83,510 | $83,510 | 0% in Vancouver |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,350 | $50,350 | 0% in Vancouver |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 | $56,240 | 0% in Vancouver |
| Pharmacist | $168,830 | $168,830 | 0% in Vancouver |
| Physician Assistant | $163,810 | $163,810 | 0% in Vancouver |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,100 | $123,100 | 0% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Portland and Vancouver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $87,723 in Vancouver, 12% more in Portland.