Side-by-side
Memphis vs Portland
Scored for a 1-person household earning $6,700/mo gross. Green cells mark the best value in each row.
| Metric | Memphis, TN53 | Portland, OR59 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit score | 53 | 59 |
| Affordability | 92 | 67 |
| Housing | 65 | 36 |
| Jobs | 14 | 30 |
| Safety | 4 | 53 |
| Climate | 100 | 93 |
| Amenities | 47 | 79 |
| Est. monthly cost | $3,783 | $4,441 |
| Typical rent (household-sized) | $1,154 | $1,677 |
| Median home value | $157,100 | $557,600 |
| Median HH income | $51,211 | $88,792 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| Population | 629.1K | 642.7K |
| Summer high / winter low | 92° / 33° | 81° / 36° |
| Sunny days / yr | 228 | 166 |