Des Moines, Iowa vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

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

You would need a salary of $83,528 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:
  Homeowner
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  68.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  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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