Portland, Oregon vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 32.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $43,946 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Portland, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.8% higher
  Commute
  45.1% lower
  Health
  13.0% higher
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  Personal
  19.6% lower
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