salaryPortland is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,874
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$96
👥 People living there
641,165
681,294
Commute to work
24.1 min
30 min
College degree
53.8%
64.2%
Own their home
52%
41.5%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $121,050 | $156,460 | +29% in Washington |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $71,860 | -29% in Washington |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $75,930 | -28% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $155,330 | $195,190 | +26% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $66,980 | -21% in Washington |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $102,710 | -21% in Washington |
| Carpenter | $73,710 | $60,800 | -18% in Washington |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 | $46,640 | -17% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Washington cheaper to live in?
Portland is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,874 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $61,971 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Washington?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $118,495 in Washington, 17% more in Washington.