State-to-State Guide

Moving from Massachusetts to Oregon

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Massachusetts

Population7.0M
State Income Tax5%-9%
Avg Home Price$580,000
Avg Rent$2,100/mo
Property Tax Rate1.23%
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 Massachusetts to Oregon?

The migration corridor between Massachusetts and Oregon is a popular interstate move. Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts, which is a major draw for relocating families. The average home price in Oregon is $100,000 less than Massachusetts, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Oregon average 40°F, compared to 30°F in Massachusetts.

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

Popular City-to-City Routes

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Cities in Massachusetts

Boston
Cambridge
Lowell
Springfield
Worcester

Cities in Oregon

Other Major Cities

Bend
Eugene
Medford
Salem

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Massachusetts and Oregon:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

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

MassachusettsOregon 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: Massachusetts vs Oregon

Taxes

Massachusetts Income Tax:5%-9%
Oregon Income Tax:4.75%-9.9%
Massachusetts Property Tax:1.23%
Oregon Property Tax:0.97%

Weather

Massachusetts Summer Avg:80°F
Oregon Summer Avg:80°F
Massachusetts Winter Avg:30°F
Oregon Winter Avg:40°F

Cost of Living

Massachusetts COL Index:135
Oregon COL Index:113
Massachusetts Avg Home Price:$580,000
Oregon Avg Home Price:$480,000
Massachusetts Avg Rent:$2,100/mo
Oregon Avg Rent:$1,500/mo

Ready to make the move to Oregon?

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