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Cost & Benefits

Denver vs Portland

Simple answer

You'd likely save $176 a month in Portland.

Typical rent is $1,831 in Denver and $1,655 in Portland. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Denver

Colorado

Typical rent
$1,831
Typical pay
$94,718 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,169
Price index
105.8 (metro)

Portland

Oregon

Typical rent
$1,655
Typical pay
$90,919 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$1,878
Price index
105.4 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.