Cost of Living in Portland, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
131.2
100 = national avg
+31.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,729
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$136,449
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing153.9
Food112.6
Transportation125.3
Healthcare110.1
Utilities118.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,117
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,366
per month
The overall cost of living index in Portland is 131.2, which is 31.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 153.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,729 per year to cover basic expenses.