Portland vs Xi'an

Xi'an is the more affordable option at $1,120/month for a single person, compared to $2,395/month in Portland — a savings of $1,275/month. Rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Portland averages $1,625/month vs $525/month in Xi'an. For couples needing a 2-bedroom, expect $2,350 in Portlandand $850 in Xi'an.

For investors, Portland (United States) offers a lower tax burden with 15% capital gains tax.Xi'an scores higher on safety (70/100). Portland has faster internet (350 Mbps vs 150 Mbps).