Seattle vs Portland: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Portland is about 22% cheaper overall. Here is how Seattle and Portland compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Seattle cost-of-living index: 145 vs 100
- Portland cost-of-living index: 113 vs 100
- Seattle median 2BR rent: $2,900/mo
- Portland median 2BR rent: $2,000/mo
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