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AMES vs. PORTLAND
Cost of Living Comparison

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

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 46.6% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $109,967 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
124% more expensive in Portland
than in Ames, Iowa

Ames, IA vs Portland, OR

Compared to Ames, Portland is:

Homeowner

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46.6% higher

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6.6% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

128.9% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

19.0% lower

Commute

93.3% higher

Health

25.0% lower

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Personal

19.2% higher

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