Marion, Iowa vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 56.5% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $117,376 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Portland
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Marion, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  137.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.9% lower
  Commute
  81.4% higher
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.6% higher