Considerations when moving from Portland to Eugene

Cost of living: Portland vs. Eugene

Portland Eugene
Average rent cost $1,530 $1,596
Average home value $522,596 $459,782
Average income (per capita) $85,876 $62,442
Cost of living (single person) $2,572 $1,814
Cost of living (family of 4) $6,077 $4,379
Unemployment rate 6.9% 6.3%
  • Rent prices in Eugene are 4% higher than in Portland.
  • Home prices in Eugene are 12.0% lower than in Portland.
  • Income in Eugene is 27.3% lower than in Portland.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Eugene is 29.5% lower than in Portland.
  • The cost of living for a family in Eugene is 27.9% lower than in Portland.
  • The unemployment rate in Eugene is 8.70% lower than in Portland.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,115.86 in Eugene to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Portland.

How life is different in Portland vs. Eugene

Eugene Portland
Population 176,654 652,503
Political leaning Democratic 61-36 Republican 49-48
Summer high 82ยบF 81ยบF
Winter low 34ยบF 36ยบF
Annual rain 47" 43"
Annual snow 3" 3"
Crime index 6.0 57.37
  • The population of Eugene is approximately 73% lower than the population of Portland.
  • In the last presidential election, Eugene voted Democratic and Portland voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Eugene is 82ยบF and in Portland, itโ€™s 81ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Eugene reaches the temperature of 34ยบF and Portland gets down to 36ยบF.
  • You can expect about 47 inches of annual rainfall in Eugene vs 43 inches of rainfall in Portland.
  • In Eugene, it snows about 3 inches annually vs 3 inches of snow in Portland.
  • Eugene has a lower crime rate than Portland with a crime index of 57.37 vs 6.0.

Things to do in Eugene

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Eugene has plenty to offer:

Museums in Eugenetoggle

  • Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
  • Oregon Air and Space Museum
  • Lane County History Museum

Parks in Eugenetoggle

  • Hendricks Park
  • Skinner Butte Park
  • Pre's Trail
  • Alton Baker Park
  • Delta Ponds City Park
  • Armitage Park
  • Maurie Jacobs Park

Sports Teams in Eugenetoggle

  • Eugene Emeralds (Baseball-Northwest League)
  • Oregon Ducks (Pac-12)

Universities in Eugenetoggle

  • New Hope Christian College
  • Northwest Christian University
  • University of Oregon
  • Lane Community College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Portland to Eugene?toggle

To ship furniture from Portland to Eugene with a mover will cost between $743 and $3,103. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,380โ€“$4,519, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Portland to Eugene will cost from $1,916โ€“$5,534.

How much are moving container companies from Portland to Eugene?toggle

Moving containers from Portland to Eugene will cost you $588 to $1,373 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,005 to $1,928. A larger home will cost $1,338 to $2,180.

How much is a moving truck from Portland to Eugene?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $122 to $192. A larger move will cost $127 to $228, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Portland to Eugene costs from $148 to $228.

How far in advance should I book Portland-to-Eugene movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Portland to Eugene at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Portland-to-Eugene movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Eugene?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Eugene is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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