Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
21% cheaper
Dallas is 21% more affordable than Portland. A $75,000 salary in Portland is equivalent to $59,423 in Dallas.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Dallas has a housing index of 104 while Portland sits at 168 (national average = 100). The median home in Dallas costs $310,000 compared to $480,000 in Portland, a difference of $170,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Dallas versus $1,800 in Portland.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Dallas scores 97 while Portland scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Dallas (100) are lower than Portland (108).
Median household income in Dallas is $54,747 compared to $71,005 in Portland. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Dallas.
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