Should I move to Portland?

Portland, OR, United States has a cost of living 15.3% cheaper than New York City (index: 84.7). It is ranked #34 out of 558 cities globally. Local purchasing power is very strong (index: 130.2 vs NYC = 100). Use our salary comparison calculator to see exactly how your take-home pay would change.

What is the cost of living in Portland?

The cost of living in Portland is 15.3% cheaper than New York City (index: 84.7). Groceries are 2.4% more expensive than NYC. Restaurants are 16.0% cheaper than NYC. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs approximately EUR 1,189 per month. Local purchasing power index is 130.2 (NYC = 100).

🇺🇸 OR, United States · #34 of 558 cities · 2026

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15.3% più economico di NYC — e il potere d'acquisto è very strong.

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-15.3%

vs NYC

EUR 1,189

Affitto stimato a

130.2

Potere d'Acquisto

Very strong

Potere d'Acquisto

Source: Numbeo · NYC = 100 baseline · Data verified Q1 2026

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I numeri

Dettaglio costi — Portland

Indici di costo vs NYC = 100

Costo della Vita

84.7 Above average

Affitto

46.3 Affordable

Generi Alimentari

102.4 Expensive

Ristoranti

84.0 Above average

Potere d'Acquisto

130.2 Very strong

Affitto stimato a Portland

1 camera — Centro città EUR 1,189/mo

1 camera — Fuori dal centro EUR 892/mo

3 camere — Centro città EUR 2,070/mo

Risparmio fuori dal centro ~25% più economico

Stimato dall'indice degli affitti. I prezzi reali possono variare.

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