What city is better, Portland, OR, or Seattle, WA?

And why?

It depends on what's important to you. I live in the Portland area and drive to Seattle all the time. Seattle is larger, and seems to be more active, there is also a lot more to do.

The cost of living is higher in Seattle than it is Portland, but the average income is not really higher, so you can afford better living for less money in Portland.

Personally, I would rather live in Oregon and go to Seattle to play on the weekends. I have a nicer house than I could probably afford in Seattle, and I get annoyed that everything in general, even groceries and dining out, costs so much more in Seattle than it does here. I also think there is a little less rain in Portland, which I prefer.

I prefer seattle, as it is larger and has more amenities. Portland is still very nice though, and I can't say anything bad about it

Portland. The reason is the freeway system isn't as confusing, there are a lot of great restaraunts here in Portland. People are very nice.

Seattle traffic is horrible. The price of homes are higher in Seattle.

Portland has better public transportation. The light rail system is the best in the country. Oregon does not have a sales tax. In Oregon you do not have to pump your own gas, plus it is cheaper than in Washington. It is cheaper to register and licence a car in Oregon.

portland, by far unless you are heller pro help then Seattle but its a lot dirtier there. and for a real p-town experience go to 1. voodoo doughnuts, is an experience in its self. Right now Saturday market is closed but that鈥檚 a super summer thing. Jakes grill is amazing. Or for something a lot less main stream try the roxy for a bite to eat. The Avalon/wonderland theater is cheep movies and 5 cent arcade games. The rocky horror picture shows every Saturday at 12 in the Clinton street theater. And the fox tower is more sophisticated. There is also the Keller auditorium holds great shows and if your short on money the fountains across the street are amazing. Also givin the blazers recent winning streak the rose garden lexus level seats are super, free food and all. And just around the corner from that is an indoor paint ball arena. Theres also plenty of clubs, under and over age. Under- the zone and over my friends say barracuda is super. And if you are looking for something a little more scenic try the Columbia river gorge or Multnomah falls. And last but not least if your looking for something quirky and small try Multnomah village or hillsdale. They are cute little old main street types of things with small stores and good eats. In Multnomah try the fat city caf茅. It really all depends on what you are looking for and what time, budget and age. But of all places ive been I love Portland the most. Its amazing just wandering around down town you can find the greatest stuff.

Portland's got no tax, slightly warmer, better drivers.
but they are both pretty cool