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Moving from Oregon to Florida
A side-by-side comparison drawn from BLS, BEA, Census, FBI, and NOAA. Portland weirdness, no sales tax, drizzly winters. vs. No income tax, beaches, hurricanes, retiree haven.
Oregon
Capital: Salem
Median household income $76,362 · winter low 36°F · 144 sunny days
Portland weirdness, no sales tax, drizzly winters.
Florida
Capital: Tallahassee
Median household income $67,917 · winter low 53°F · 237 sunny days
No income tax, beaches, hurricanes, retiree haven.
Florida has an overall price level 103.4 (US avg = 100). Housing dominates the difference.
Summer high 91°F · Winter low 53°F · 237 sunny days/yr.
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See the full comparisonFrequently asked
Is it cheaper to live in Florida than Oregon?
Florida's overall price level is roughly 99.6 (US avg = 100), vs about 100.5 for Oregon — based on BEA Regional Price Parities. Housing is the dominant driver of the difference. Run a comparison for the full, current breakdown.
What's the income tax difference?
Oregon tops out at 9.9% income tax. Florida tops out at 0%.
How long do I have to register my vehicle in Florida?
Most Florida residents must register a vehicle within 30-60 days of moving. Check the piomover report for state-specific deadlines.