Portland
USA
Updated on August 05, 2025
Overview
Portland offers a moderate cost of living with housing prices rising but still below other West Coast cities. The climate is oceanic with wet winters and dry summers. Public transport includes buses and light rail, with good bike infrastructure. The job market is diverse, especially in tech, healthcare, and green industries. Healthcare access is good with many providers. The city is known for its progressive culture and environmental focus. Safety is generally good but varies by neighborhood.
Average cost of living€2,110.21
Quality of Life84/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€700.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,569.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,306.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,900.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,223.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€187.47
Internet€53.83
Mobile plan€58.81
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.39
Monthly pass€85.32
Taxi start€3.24
Gasoline (1 l)€0.89
Leisure
Cinema ticket€11.09
Fitness club€33.82
Education
Preschool (month)€1,527.00
Intl. primary (year)€16,264.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,179.00
sqm outside center€2,837.00
Advantages
- ✓ Moderate cost of living compared to West Coast cities
- ✓ Good public transport and bike infrastructure
- ✓ Diverse job market with tech and green industries
- ✓ Good healthcare access
- ✓ Progressive and environmentally focused community
Disadvantages
- × Rising housing prices
- × Wet winters
- × Safety varies by neighborhood
- × Traffic congestion during peak hours
- × Some areas have limited amenities