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WEST DES MOINES vs. PORTLAND
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Portland, Oregon
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is
48.9%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$134,038
in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Portland
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to West Des Moines, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
80.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.5% lower
Commute
82.2% higher
Health
11.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
24.4% higher
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