Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
5% cheaper
Reno is 5% more affordable than Portland. A $75,000 salary in Portland is equivalent to $71,154 in Reno.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Maine salaries · Nevada salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Portland has a housing index of 137 while Reno sits at 133 (national average = 100). The median home in Portland costs $395,000 compared to $450,000 in Reno, a difference of $55,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Portland versus $1,600 in Reno.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Portland scores 107 while Reno scores 102.
Healthcare costs in Portland (110) are higher than Reno (96).
Median household income in Portland is $56,895 compared to $61,648 in Reno. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Reno.
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