About the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,874
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$157
👥 People living there
641,165
209,978
Commute to work
24.1 min
35.6 min
College degree
53.8%
35.7%
Own their home
52%
46.2%
Below poverty line
12.7%
13.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Yonkers for cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Portland and Yonkers cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $61,423 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $90,108 in Yonkers, 9% more in Portland.