Chicago vs Portland

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

More Affordable

Chicago

United States

112cost index

Chicago is 12% more expensive than the US average.

Portland

United States

118cost index

Portland is 18% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

5.4%

Portland is 5.4% pricier than Chicago

Salary Equivalent

0.95x

$1,000 in Portland = $949 in Chicago

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