Seattle, WA vs Portland, OR

Rent & cost of living comparison

Portland, OR is 21% cheaper to rent than Seattle, WA, with median rents of $1,725 vs $2,196. Household income is higher in Seattle, WA ($123,860 vs $90,919). Seattle, WA has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (68.4%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents