Sacramento vs Portland: Cost of Living

Last updated 2026-06-15 · MovePlan Editorial Team

Portland is about 3% cheaper overall. Here is how Sacramento and Portland compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.

• Sacramento cost-of-living index: 116 vs 100
• Portland cost-of-living index: 113 vs 100
• Sacramento median 2BR rent: $2,300/mo
• Portland median 2BR rent: $2,000/mo

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