Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
33% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 33% more affordable than Portland. A $75,000 salary in Portland is equivalent to $50,192 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Oklahoma salaries · Oregon salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Oklahoma City has a housing index of 68 while Portland sits at 168 (national average = 100). The median home in Oklahoma City costs $195,000 compared to $480,000 in Portland, a difference of $285,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,000 in Oklahoma City versus $1,800 in Portland.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Oklahoma City scores 95 while Portland scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Oklahoma City (92) are lower than Portland (108).
Median household income in Oklahoma City is $55,458 compared to $71,005 in Portland. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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