Cost of Living Calculator - Altoona, Iowa vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 47.6% more expensive than Altoona, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $140,235 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Altoona, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Portland
than in Altoona, Iowa
Altoona, IA vs Portland, OR
Compared to Altoona, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.6% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  67.4% higher
  Health
  11.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.7% higher

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