Des Moines, Iowa vs. Portland, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Texas is 13.2% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $56,607 in Portland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Texas is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Portland
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Portland, TX
Compared to Des Moines, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% higher
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  2.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher