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State-to-State Guide

Moving from California to Oregon

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your California to Oregon move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving California

Population39.5M
State Income Tax1%-13.3%
Avg Home Price$785,000
Avg Rent$2,200/mo
Property Tax Rate0.76%
DESTINATION

Moving to Oregon

Population4.2M
State Income Tax4.75%-9.9%
Avg Home Price$480,000
Avg Rent$1,500/mo
Property Tax Rate0.97%

Why Are People Moving from California to Oregon?

The migration corridor between California and Oregon is a popular interstate move. California has been experiencing net outflow while Oregon continues to attract new residents.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Oregon is significantly lower than California, which is a major draw for relocating families. The average home price in Oregon is $305,000 less than California, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Oregon average 40°F, compared to 55°F in California.

Jobs & Industry: Oregon's key industries include Technology, Forestry, Agriculture, which attract professionals from California's Technology and Entertainment sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

965 mi
15h drive
Los Angeles, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
1090 mi
16h drive
San Diego, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
736 mi
13.4h drive
San Jose, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
635 mi
10h drive
San Francisco, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
812 mi
14.8h drive
Fresno, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
628 mi
11.4h drive
Sacramento, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
944 mi
17.2h drive
Bakersfield, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
1099 mi
20h drive
Anaheim, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
1108 mi
20.1h drive
Santa Ana, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North
1099 mi
20h drive
Long Beach, CA
Portland, OR
via I-5 North

Cities in California

Los Angeles

Population4.0M
Median Home Price$850,000

San Diego

Population1.4M
Median Home Price$850,000

San Jose

Population1.0M
Median Home Price$1,200,000

San Francisco

Population874K
Median Home Price$1,400,000

Fresno

Population542K
Median Home Price$340,000

Sacramento

Population525K
Median Home Price$430,000

Bakersfield

Population403K
Median Home Price$340,000

Anaheim

Population350K
Median Home Price$750,000

Santa Ana

Population309K
Median Home Price$700,000

Long Beach

Population467K
Median Home Price$700,000

Cities in Oregon

Portland

Population653K
Median Home Price$500,000

Other Major Cities

Bend
Eugene
Medford
Salem

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 912 miles between California and Oregon:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,256
3–4 BR Home
$3,094

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

California → Oregon Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Oregon driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Oregon within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Oregon after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Oregon vehicle inspection requirement: Emissions in Portland metro.

Things to Know About Oregon

  • • No sales tax on any purchases
  • • Attendants pump your gas in most of the state
  • • DEQ emissions testing required in Portland metro area

What's Different: California vs Oregon

Taxes

California Income Tax:1%-13.3%
Oregon Income Tax:4.75%-9.9%
California Property Tax:0.76%
Oregon Property Tax:0.97%

Weather

California Summer Avg:85°F
Oregon Summer Avg:80°F
California Winter Avg:55°F
Oregon Winter Avg:40°F

Cost of Living

California COL Index:150
Oregon COL Index:113
California Avg Home Price:$785,000
Oregon Avg Home Price:$480,000
California Avg Rent:$2,200/mo
Oregon Avg Rent:$1,500/mo

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