Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR
Straight-line distance: 827 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $1,247 – $1,972 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $3,007 – $4,700 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $5,134 – $7,990 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Portland compares to Los Angeles
Los Angeles's median home value is $822,600 — 57% higher than Portland's $523,100.
Los Angeles's median household income runs $76,244, against $85,876 in Portland.
Median rent is $1,791 in Los Angeles, compared with $1,530 in Portland.
FEMA rates Los Angeles's natural-hazard risk higher than Portland's: Very High versus Relatively High.
Portland, OR beats Los Angeles, CA on both housing metrics we track — home value and rent — though this doesn't capture the full cost of living.
| Metric | Los Angeles, CA | Portland, OR |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,881,041 | 646,101 |
| Median home value | $822,600 | $523,100 |
| Median household income | $76,244 | $85,876 |
| Median gross rent | $1,791 | $1,530 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.