Events & Creative, Oregon
Catering cost in Portland, OR
A typical Catering figure in Portland is about $46 per person, about 14% above the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in Portland
$46
per person
- On the low end
- $21
- On the high end
- $97
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Portland. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | $46 | $21 to $97 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Bend, OR | $44 | $20 to $94 |
| Eugene, OR | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Salem, OR | $39 | $18 to $82 |
| Escondido, CA | $46 | $21 to $97 |
| Naperville, IL | $46 | $21 to $97 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in Portland: what does it cost?
In Portland, OR, Catering typically costs about $46 per person, with most prices between $21 and $97.
Why is Portland higher than the national price?
Prices in Portland run about 14% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.