Axios Portland pets Beans, Goose, Lucas and Torta all agree that they are worth every penny. Photo: Kale Williams/Axios
Portland ranks as No. 2 in the nation for spending on pets, per a new analysis of banking data.
Driving the news: Spending on pet store purchases, pet insurance and vet visits was more than 10% higher than the national average for the first four months of 2026, per Bank of America card data.
Seattle topped the list, with spending 23% higher than the U.S. average.
Send thoughts and prayers to the furry friends of Orlando, where pet owners dished out more than 10% below the national average.
The bottom line: Pets can be expensive endeavors, but it's hard to put a price on companionship.
