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DES MOINES vs. PORTLAND
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Portland, Oregon

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 68.2% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $252,351 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.

Comparison highlights

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

Median Home Cost
205% more expensive in Portland
than in Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines, IA vs Portland, OR

Compared to Des Moines, Portland is:

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68.2% higher

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8.0% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

198.0% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

10.8% lower

Commute

73.9% higher

Health

11.5% lower

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Personal

25.5% higher

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