Head to head
Portland, OR vs Seattle, WA
Portland is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $619/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $5,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Portland61 | Seattle62 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $4,044 | $4,663 |
| Salary for comfort | $78,500/yr | $83,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,760 | $2,300 |
| Median home value | $545,000 | $850,000 |
| Median household income | $82,000 | $116,000 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% | 3.8% |
| Housing score | 36 | 39 |
| Jobs score | 44 | 60 |
| Safety score | 34 | 25 |
| Climate score | 90 | 91 |
| Amenities score | 88 | 92 |
| Population | 635K | 750K |
| Summer high / winter low | 82° / 36° | 78° / 37° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Portland, OR
Seattle, WA