Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
27% cheaper
Tulsa is 27% more affordable than Portland. A $75,000 salary in Portland is equivalent to $54,487 in Tulsa.
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. Portland has a housing index of 137 while Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Portland costs $395,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $220,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Portland versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Portland scores 107 while Tulsa scores 95.
Healthcare costs in Portland (110) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Portland is $56,895 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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