Milwaukie, OR vs Springfield, OR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Springfield is 22.9% cheaper than Milwaukie. With a cost index of 99 vs 122, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Springfield to Milwaukie should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Milwaukie is $1,499/month compared to $1,201/month in Springfield — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Springfield is more affordable at $323,800 median vs $477,200.

Median household income in Milwaukie is $82,422 compared to $67,211 in Springfield (+22.6%). The higher salaries in Milwaukie partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Milwaukie spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 21.4% in Springfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (55.1°F vs 53.1°F). Springfield receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 36.9" in Milwaukie.