Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
31% cheaper
Omaha is 31% more affordable than Portland. A $75,000 salary in Portland is equivalent to $51,923 in Omaha.
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. Omaha has a housing index of 76 while Portland sits at 168 (national average = 100). The median home in Omaha costs $230,000 compared to $480,000 in Portland, a difference of $250,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Omaha versus $1,800 in Portland.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Omaha scores 97 while Portland scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Omaha (96) are lower than Portland (108).
Median household income in Omaha is $59,612 compared to $71,005 in Portland. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Omaha.
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